HR Business Partner

Adecco; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 48,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a dynamic People Partner to support the West Yorkshire Police. This role involves providing proactive HR advice, championing diversity, and fostering strong relationships to drive positive change. The ideal candidate will have a Level 7 CIPD qualification and extensive HR leadership experience. Candidates must have resided in the UK for at least 5 years due to vetting. The position offers hybrid working and is a permanent contract with a competitive salary in Wakefield.

Qualifications

• Chartered Membership of the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD) or working towards it.
• Extensive experience in HR leadership within a large, diverse organisation.
• In-depth knowledge of HR strategies, policies, and current employment law.
• Strong leadership, negotiation, and influencing skills.
• Excellent communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide proactive people advice and support across various districts and departments.
• Uphold the Police Code of Ethics in all decision-making.
• Embrace the organisation’s commitment to Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion.
• Establish strong connections with local leaders as a trusted advisor.
• Identify opportunities for service improvement and innovation.
• Contribute to the development of local people strategies.

Skills

Leadership skills

Negotiation skills

Influencing skills

Excellent communication

Education

Level 7 CIPD qualification

Job description

Job Advertisement: People Partner

Location: Wakefield
Contract Type: Permanent
Working Pattern: Full Time
Salary Range: 48,459 - 52,194

Hybrid Working
Driving Required: Yes

Are you passionate about people and dedicated to making a difference in public services? Our client West Yorkshire Police are seeking a dynamic People Partner to join their team and elevate the profile of the People Directorate! This exciting opportunity is perfect for someone who thrives in a collaborative environment and is committed to driving positive change.

What You’ll Do:

As a People Partner, you will play a crucial role in providing proactive people advice and support across various districts and departments. Your responsibilities will include:

• Leading by Example: Uphold the Police Code of Ethics, ensuring that values and behavioural expectations are at the forefront of decision-making.
• Championing Diversity and Inclusion: Embrace and promote the organisation’s commitment to Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion (DEI) in all interactions.
• Building Relationships: Establish strong connections with local leaders to be a trusted advisor, actively contributing to strategic discussions.
• Driving Innovation: Represent the People Directorate by identifying opportunities for service improvement and innovation.
• Developing Strategies: Contribute to the development of local people strategies and plans, aligning them with overall force direction.
• Resolving Challenges: Work collaboratively to address any service delivery issues, ensuring a consistent and effective approach.

What We’re Looking For:

To be successful in this role, you should possess:

• Chartered Membership of the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD) or be working towards it, ideally with a Level 7 CIPD qualification.
• Extensive experience in HR leadership within a large, diverse organisation.
• In-depth knowledge of HR strategies, policies, and current employment law.
• Strong leadership, negotiation, and influencing skills to engage and motivate individuals at all levels.
• Excellent communication abilities to foster effective working relationships with stakeholders.
• You must have resided within the UK continuously for at least 5 years due to the police vetting criteria.

We look forward to welcoming you to our team!

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