HR Change Consultant External

West Yorkshire Police; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional police force based in Wakefield seeks two HR Change Consultants for full-time, permanent roles. The successful candidates will lead HR-related change projects and collaborate with senior leaders to align initiatives with organizational goals. They should possess a CIPD Level 5 qualification or equivalent and demonstrate experience in change management. This role is pivotal in shaping effective people-focused strategies within the force, with a commitment to workforce diversity. The application deadline is January 16, 2026.

Qualifications

• CIPD qualified to Level 5 or equivalent experience.
• Experience in change management with a solid understanding of methodologies.
• Ability to manage complex HR change initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead HR-related change projects for organisational transformation.
• Collaborate with senior leaders to align HR initiatives with business goals.
• Provide expert guidance on employment law and employee transitions.

Skills

Change management

Stakeholder engagement

Strategic thinking

Verbal communication

Written communication

Education

CIPD Level 5 or equivalent experience

Job description

Job Advert

THE FOLLOWING VACANCY HAS BEEN ADVERTISED EXTERNALLY

HR Change Consultant

Two full-time permanent positions

Wakefield

This vacancy has arisen as part of ongoing organisational change within the People Directorate, reflecting our commitment to evolving service delivery and strengthening our workforce to meet future demands. The role presents an exciting opportunity to contribute to a refreshed structure that supports our strategic priorities

West Yorkshire Police is seeking two dynamic and forward-thinking HR Change Consultants to join our Employee Relations team within the People Directorate. These roles are central to delivering strategic HR change initiatives that support organisational transformation and employee transition across the Force.

As HR Change Consultant, you will :

Lead and manage HR-related change projects, including organisational restructuring and transformation initiatives.

Collaborate with senior leaders and stakeholders to ensure alignment with business objectives and build engagement for change.

Develop and implement change management strategies, communication plans, and risk mitigation approaches.

Support the redesign of organisational structures and ensure seamless integration with job evaluation processes.

Provide expert guidance on employment law, redundancy, redeployment, and employee transitions.

Coach and support leaders in managing change and maintaining morale throughout transition periods.

Contribute to the development and review of policies and procedures related to organisational change.

The successful candidate will demonstrate :

CIPD qualified to Level 5 or working towards, or equivalent demonstrable experience.

Previous experience of change management with a good understanding of principles, methodologies, and best practices.

Ability to think strategically and align HR initiatives with wider organisational goals. (Desirable)

Strong stakeholder engagement skills, including experience working with Trade Unions and Staff Associations.

Ability to manage timelines, resources, and deliver complex HR change initiatives.

Highly effective verbal and written communication skills with the ability to influence and create buy-in.

Ability to analyse organisational issues, assess impact of change, and develop practical solutions.

A good understanding of employment law and police regulations, particularly in relation to organisational change, redundancy, and employee transitions.

This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in shaping the future of West Yorkshire Police through effective and people-focused change management.

The vacancy will close on the 16th January 2026 at 23 : 55 hours.

The 2024 version of the Competency Values Framework applies to this process. Please disregard the old link to the 2016 version which is contained in the role profile.

The post is suitable for job share.

West Yorkshire Police is committed to improving the diversity of its workforce to better reflect the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all minority groups and individuals who identify with one or more of the protected characteristics as defined by the Equality Act 2010.

Applicants should be aware that it is not always possible to carry out adequate vetting checks on persons who have not been resident within the UK for the last three years. Therefore, where this applies, applicants may be refused because it was not possible to vet them to the appropriate standard.