HR Business Partner

Civic Recruitment Limited; Nottingham; Vor Ort; GBP 42.000 - 54.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Civic Recruitment Limited is recruiting for a 4-month contract role with a local authority to deliver a professional, proactive HR service as an HR Business Partner. You will advise on employee relations, employment law, and workforce planning, partnering with managers and schools.

The role focuses on minimising risk, supporting service delivery, and developing HR policy expertise while guiding HR Advisors and the wider team.

Qualifikationen

• 3+ years in an HR advisory or HR Business Partner role.
• Experience managing complex employee relations casework.
• Experience supporting managers across the full employment lifecycle.
• Strong understanding of employment legislation and case law.
• Experience with workforce change projects, restructures, and organisational redesign.

Aufgaben

• Deliver a high-quality HR Business Partnering service aligned with departmental and organisational objectives.
• Manage complex employee relations casework on a day-to-day basis.
• Provide expert advice to managers and leaders on employee relations and organisational change.
• Develop and maintain specialist expertise in designated HR policy areas.
• Support, coach, and develop HR Advisors and wider team members.
• Escalate significant risks and complex issues appropriately, proposing practical solutions.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement and effectiveness of HR service delivery.

Kenntnisse

Employee relations

HR advisory

Workforce planning

Employment law

Ausbildung

GCSE English & Maths

CIPD Level 5

Jobbeschreibung

Nottingham, United Kingdom | Posted on 09/07/2026

At Civic Recruitment and Limited, we know that individuals are more than just fixed expenses; they are the cornerstone of every thriving organisation. That’s why we are passionate about transforming recruitment in the public and private sectors. In the modern job market, organisations in both public and private sectors face significant workforce challenges. Public sector entities, such as local councils and central government departments, often struggle with lengthy recruitment processes, limited access to qualified candidates, and stringent budgetary and regulatory constraints. Private sector businesses, on the other hand, encounter high turnover rates, difficulties managing a mix of permanent and temporary staff, and challenges in sourcing specialised talent for niche industries. These sector-specific obstacles, coupled with the universal complexities of payroll management, create a pressing need for efficient workforce solutions. Civic Recruitment Limited addresses these challenges with innovative recruitment and payroll solutions tailored for diverse organisational needs. Recognising the critical hurdles organisations face, the company leverages its expertise to streamline processes, reduce recruitment times, and alleviate administrative burdens. With an extensive database of over 1 million pre-screened candidates, Civic Recruitment Limited is well-positioned to cater to the specific needs of both public and private sectors.

Job Description

4-Month Contract with a Local Authority

Summary

This 4-month contract role with a local authority is designed to partner with managers, senior leaders, and schools to deliver a professional, proactive, and customer-focused HR service. The HR Business Partner will play a crucial role in supporting the Council’s People Strategy by providing expert advice on employee relations, organisational change, workforce planning, employment law, and HR policy. The position is essential for ensuring effective people management practices, minimising organisational risk, and supporting service delivery objectives.

Responsibilities

• Deliver a high-quality HR Business Partnering service aligned with departmental and organisational objectives.
• Manage complex employee relations casework on a day-to-day basis.
• Provide expert advice to managers and leaders on employee relations and organisational change matters.
• Develop and maintain specialist expertise in designated HR policy areas.
• Support, coach, and develop HR Advisors and wider team members.
• Escalate significant risks and complex issues appropriately, proposing practical solutions.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement and effectiveness of HR service delivery.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years' experience in an HR advisory or HR Business Partner role.
• Extensive experience managing complex employee relations casework.
• Experience supporting managers across the full employment lifecycle.
• Strong understanding of employment legislation and case law.
• Experience with workforce change projects, restructures, and organisational redesign.

Essential Qualifications

• GCSE (or equivalent) in English and Mathematics (Grade C/4 or above).
• CIPD Level 5 qualification or working towards Chartered Membership (MCIPD), or equivalent HR qualification.
• Commitment to continuous professional development and maintaining up-to-date HR knowledge.

Additional Information

• Working hours: 37 hours per week.
• Location: Loughborough Road, West Bridgford, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, NG2 7QP, United Kingdom.
• Work pattern: 2 days in the office, bi-weekly schedule.
• The role closes on 17th July 2026.