HR Consultant

Tate; Caddington; Hybrid; GBP 43,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Tate is seeking an HR Consultant with substantial GLPC Job Evaluation Scheme expertise to lead and shape job evaluation activity for a Bristol-based local authority project. The role involves advising on role design, grading outcomes and maintaining evaluation documentation.

The position is full-time and permanent, with a largely remote setup and a weekly office presence in Bristol. Strong analytical and policy knowledge are essential to support fair, compliant people practices.

Qualifications

• Substantial expertise in applying the GLPC Job Evaluation Scheme.
• Experience undertaking Job Evaluations as a panel member or chair.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to communicate evaluation outcomes clearly and confidently.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support job evaluation activity, ensuring roles are assessed fairly and consistently.
• Advise managers on role design, grading outcomes and job evaluation processes.
• Support the maintenance and development of job evaluation frameworks and documentation.
• Use role and workforce data to inform pay, grading and organisational decisions.
• Ensure employment practices remain fair, accessible and aligned with legislation and good practice.
• Contribute to learning resources and training.
• Act as a key HR link with managers to promote fair people practices.

Skills

GLPC Job Evaluation Scheme

Job Evaluations (panel member/chair)

Analytical skills

Communication of evaluation outcomes

Employment law knowledge

Job description

HR Consultant - Job Evaluations

£47,665 per annum

Full Time - Monday - Friday

Permanent

Mostly remote (attend the office once per week in Bristol)

Tate are working with a local authority in Bristol in their search for a HR Consultant. This is a specialist role focused on the application of the GLPC Job Evaluation Scheme. We are looking for individuals with substantial expertise in applying the scheme, including practical experience of undertaking evaluations as a panel member and/or panel chair.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and support job evaluation activity, ensuring roles are assessed fairly and consistently
• Advise managers on role design, grading outcomes and job evaluation processes
• Support the maintenance and development of job evaluation frameworks and documentation
• Use role and workforce data to inform pay, grading and organisational decisions.
• Ensuring employment practices remain fair, accessible and aligned with legislation and good practice.
• Using insight, feedback and workforce information to support decision‑making, contribute to assessments such as Equality Impact Assessments (EqIAs), and help identify where improvements or updates are needed.
• Review and develop HR policies to ensure clarity, fairness and compliance with employment legislation.
• Support organisational projects requiring HR or policy expertise, particularly those shaping workforce culture.
• Act as a key HR link with managers and colleagues to promote consistent and fair people practices.
• Contribute to learning resources and training that enhance people‑management capability.

About you

• Substantial expertise in applying the GLPC Job Evaluation Scheme, including experience undertaking Job Evaluations as a panel member and /or panel chair.
• Experience of complex and disputed evaluations.
• Experience of moderation and quality assurance activity.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to communicate evaluation outcomes and decisions clearly and confidently.
• Solid HR experience, including policy development and/or casework, alongside a good understanding of employment law and good HR practice.
• Ability to analyse information and present clear, evidence‑based insights, handle sensitive discussions with professionalism and balance, and bring a collaborative style with a commitment to a fair, supportive workplace culture.

Tate is committed to promoting equal opportunities. To ensure that every candidate has the best experience with us, we encourage you to let us know if there are any adjustments we can make during the application or interview process. Your comfort and accessibility are our priority, and we are here to support you every step of the way. Additionally, we value and respect your individuality, and we invite you to share your preferred pronouns in your application