HR Consultant - Policy and Reward

Norfolk County Council; England; Hybrid; GBP 43,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Norwich is seeking an experienced HR Consultant to lead the development and implementation of HR policies in support of their People Management Strategy. This role requires strong communication skills and experience in policy development and project management. The ideal candidate will hold a CIPD qualification and have a deep understanding of employment law. Competitive benefits and flexible working arrangements are provided.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Generous holiday entitlement

Health and Wellbeing services

Flexible working opportunities

Employee discounts program

Local Government Pension Scheme

Qualifications

• Professional qualification in HR or equivalent experience is essential.
• Strong understanding of employment terms and conditions.
• Ability to lead discussions with Trade Unions.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of HR policy and projects.
• Manage a team of HR Advisors/Officers.
• Provide specialist professional advice on HR matters.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Experience of policy development

Project management

Knowledge of employment law

Education

CIPD level 5 or equivalent experience

Job description

Overview

HR Consultant - Policy and Reward | 8854 | Fixed Term Contract/Secondment Opportunity for 2 years | 37 hours per week | £43,822 to £48,227 per annum | Scale K | 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.

You will work across all areas of the team which includes developing and implementing policies and plans, reward and recognition, auditing, freedom of information and subject access, and providing specialist professional advice and guidance as subject matter experts.

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.

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” our employee discounts programme which helps you save money on almost anything, from everyday groceries and clothes, to holidays, new technology, gym membership, trips to the cinema and days out
• 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 enabling you to lease a brand new, ultra-low emission vehicle (subject to eligibility)
• A payment if you refer someone you know to a hard to fill job

Additional information

Before you apply, we recommend reading the full Job Description and Person Specification to help you demonstrate you meet the criteria. You can also find information on our Terms and Conditions here.

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We would like to make you aware that priority consideration for this post may be given to current employees who are at risk due to restructure within the organisation or are in a redeployment position.

Closing Date: 7 October 2025 23:59