HR Consultant - People Policy Governance (9022)

Norfolk County Council; Norwich; On-site; GBP 43,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government council in Norwich is seeking an HR Consultant to focus on the development of HR policies and reward strategies. The ideal candidate should have experience in project management and a CIPD Level 5 qualification. The role also requires strong communication skills and an understanding of employment law. Benefits include a competitive salary, generous holiday, and flexible working options.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Generous holiday entitlement

Health and Wellbeing services

Flexible working opportunities

Local Government Pension Scheme

Qualifications

• Proven experience in HR policy development and project management.
• Ability to lead discussions and consultations with stakeholders.
• Knowledge of tax rules relating to pay and employment.

Responsibilities

• Lead HR policy development and project implementation.
• Manage a team of HR Advisors and Officers.
• Develop and manage project plans according to governance standards.

Skills

Experience in modelling and costing changes

Intermediate to expert Excel skills

Project management

Excellent communication skills

Understanding of employment law

Education

CIPD Level 5 or equivalent

Job description

Overview

HR Consultant People Policy Governance | 9022 | Fixed Term Contract for Two Years 37 hours per week | £43,822 to £48,227 per annum | (Grade K) | County Hall, Norwich

We are looking for a Human Resources (HR) Consultant to join the People Policy Governance team to lead on the development and implementation of HR policy, activity and projects in support of the People Management Strategy and legislative requirements. This is one of two HR Consultant vacancies in the People Policy Governance team, which are being advertised separately. The other role will work across all areas - including policy, as well as reward and recognition.

Role focus

This role will primarily be focused within the reward and recognition area/specialism, although will also be required to work across all areas of the People Policy Governance team.

Requirements

• Experience of accurately modelling and costing high level changes, along with an understanding of tax rules relating to pay and employment (including salary sacrifice schemes) and practical application of Excel at intermediate to expert level.
• You will develop, manage and implement project plans in accordance with NCC governance and best practice standards while proactively identifying improvements/recommendations.
• You will report to the HR Manager - People Policy Governance and will have a small team of HR Advisors and/or Officers.
• We are looking for a professionally qualified individual (Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development level 5 or above) or equivalent experience in a relevant field.
• You will need excellent communication skills, experience of policy development, project management, reward and recognition, and up to date employment law knowledge.
• You will also need a good understanding of the complexities and implications of different employment terms and conditions. The ability to work closely with HR colleagues and other key stakeholders is key, including the ability to lead discussions and consultations with relevant Trade Unions.
• For further information please contact Hayley Sendall, HR Manager - People Policy Governance at [e-mail]

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Generous holiday entitlement
• Health and Wellbeing services including fast-track physiotherapy and a free counselling service
• Flexible working opportunities including flexi-time, part time, remote and hybrid working - dependant on your job role and business need.
• Financial benefits such as: 'Norfolk Rewards' discounts programme
• A Blue Light card for Fire Service and Social Care Workers
• Relocation expenses (where applicable)
• An advance of your expenses if you travel for work
• Local Government Pension Scheme with generous employer contribution, life assurance, death in service payments and dependants' pensions.
• Tax efficient ways of getting extra pension and new bikes
• Access to our tax efficient car lease scheme for greener travel (ultra-low emission vehicle, subject to eligibility)
• A referral payment for referring someone you know to a hard to fill job

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Important dates

• Redeployment closing date: Monday 29th September 2025 at 23:59
• All other applicants closing date: Tuesday 7th October 2025 at 23:59