HR and OD Consultant

inploi; Salford; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Salford is seeking a Human Resources Consultant to enhance employee experience through effective HR casework and support for management. Candidates should possess strong communication skills, a background in HR, and employment law knowledge. This role offers a dynamic environment aimed at improving services for residents. Join our team and be part of transformation initiatives designed to support employee growth and engagement.

Qualifications

• Background in HR casework is essential.
• Ability to communicate confidently and build relationships.
• Knowledge of employment law and experience managing complex cases.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with HR and OD Business Partner.
• Provide people-first advice to managers.
• Collaborate with the HR team to deliver impactful solutions.
• Champion continuous improvement and equip leaders.

Skills

HR casework

Building relationships

Communication

Empathy

Employment law knowledge

Job description

We’re recruiting across HR, Payroll, OD, and HR Systems

We have exciting opportunities in HR Consultancy, Organisational Development, Payroll Leadership, Pensions and Reward, HR Systems, and Health, Safety and Wellbeing.

If you’re passionate about making a difference and want to work in a team that puts people first, we’d love to hear from you.

Join our team and be part of our transformation journey!

At Salford City Council, we’re proud to be a people‑centred, values‑driven organisation. Our HR and OD team is at the heart of creating a brilliant experience for our colleagues and shaping the future of how we work. This is far more than a traditional HR service, we’re driving ambitious transformation programmes that will modernise our approach, improve services, and ensure our people feel supported every step of the way.

You’ll be joining us at a pivotal time. We’re embedding new systems, introducing innovative ways of working, and creating a culture where collaboration and creativity thrive. Our workforce is the foundation of everything we do, and we’re looking for passionate, forward‑thinking professionals who want to make a real difference.

If you’re someone who loves working with people, embraces change, and wants to help shape the future of HR and OD in Salford, this is your opportunity to be part of something exciting.

You only need to submit one application to be considered for all roles within this campaign.

Human Resources Consultants

Salary: £39,152 - £41,771

Are you passionate about creating a brilliant people experience and driving positive change through people? If you're someone experienced with HR casework and supporting managers with a collaborative approach we’d love to hear from you!

About the role

• You’ll work closely with a dedicated HR and OD Business Partner, becoming a trusted expert in the services you support.
• You’ll empower managers and colleagues with inclusive, people‑first advice that helps them thrive.
• You’ll collaborate across the wider HR team to deliver impactful solutions that support Salford’s residents.
• You’ll champion continuous improvement and equip leaders with the tools to lead the Salford Way.

We’re looking for someone who

• Has a background in HR casework
• Thrives in a varied role and enjoys helping leaders shape and deliver their people plans.
• Communicates with confidence and builds strong, influential relationships.
• Brings empathy, integrity, and a commitment to inclusion and innovation.
• Has solid employment law knowledge and can manage complex ER cases with care and clarity.

Find out more, we will be holding an MS Teams event on Tuesday 6th January at 5pm BST where you can meet some of the team, find out more about the opportunities we have available and ask any questions. Email [e-mail] to register and receive the MS Teams meeting invite.

Want to know more about Salford?

As an authority we are dedicated to improving the lives of our residents, and as an employer we are passionate about helping individuals to thrive in their work. We are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture and are proud of our professional accreditations which champion this.

Find out about our city as a place to live, work & grow, and learn more about the amazing work we are doing. You’ll also find out about the wealth of benefits we have to offer you on our Salford pages!

Continuous Service commitment

New employees can keep their service related benefits when moving between a whole host of public sector organisations within Greater Manchester, which include: Councils, NHS, Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue, Transport for Greater Manchester, as well as many others under this scheme. Find out if this applies to you on our Continuous Service page.

Guaranteed Assessment Schemes

We have made a commitment to improve the employment opportunities for people with disabilities, care leavers, carers, and ex‑military personnel by way of a Guaranteed Assessment Scheme. Our application forms ask you to indicate if you meet any of the criteria within this scheme, and so to find out more and if you qualify please visit our Guaranteed Assessment Scheme page.

Privacy Statement and Data Protection

Our core data protection obligations and commitments are set out in the council’s primary Recruitment and Employment Privacy Notice which can be found at https://www.salford.gov.uk/gdpr.

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