HR Manager (XN07)

NHS; Leeds; On-site; GBP 47,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS Trust is seeking an HR Manager to join their collaborative Operational HR team to provide expert support across complex HR issues. The role requires strong interpersonal and analytical skills, along with significant NHS experience. You will lead an HR Advisor, manage consultancy roles, and support change management initiatives, all while fostering a positive workplace culture.

Qualifications

• Significant Operational HR experience needed.
• Commitment to essential training required.

Responsibilities

• Manage and mentor an HR Advisor to ensure effective support.
• Provide consultancy to Clinical Service Units on HR matters.
• Deliver training programs to managers on staff issues.
• Support with change management projects and develop HR policies.

Skills

Negotiating skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Knowledge of employment legislation

Change management experience

Education

Degree or equivalent

CIPD Level 7 Qualification

Tools

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Access

Job description

Overview

Job summary

Are you ready to make a real impact in one of the UKs largest and busiest NHS Trusts. We are looking for a forward-thinking, hands-on HR Manager to join our collaborative Operational HR Team.

You will lead and develop an HR Advisor, and work closely with Clinical Service Units (CSUs) to deliver expert, personalised HR support across a wide range of complex issues. This is a high-profile role at a time when the NHS is under pressure and people management has never been more critical.

You will be at the heart of driving performance, supporting managers, and shaping a positive employee experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide internal HR consultancy and advisory services to a range of CSUs, supporting consistent and effective people management.
• Manage and mentor an HR Advisor, fostering their development and ensuring high-quality HR support.
• Interpret and apply employment legislation and Trust policies to provide specialist advice and guidance.
• Manage complex caseloads including attendance, grievance, disciplinary, capability, and redeployment issues.
• Deliver training programmes and coaching to managers dealing with staff issues.
• Support change management projects, job role design/re-design, and policy development.
• Produce reports and analyse data to inform decision-making and improve HR practices.

About us

Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust is one of the largest and busiest acute hospital trusts in the country, a regional and national centre for specialist treatment, a renowned biomedical research facility, and the local hospital for the Leeds community. We treat 1.5 million patients every year, including more than 200,000 emergency patients.

The Operational HR team at LTHT is a highly motivated and inclusive place to work. We hold our Leeds Way Values in high esteem and respect all colleagues. Within the Trust we are always looking to improve and give the best service possible, and we are looking for individuals with the same drive to join us.

Leeds Teaching Hospitals is committed to redeploying at risk members of our existing workforce to new roles. All adverts are subject to this policy and we reserve the right to close, delay or remove adverts while this process is completed.

Requirements

Details

• Pay scheme: Agenda for change
• Band: Band 7
• Salary: £47,810 to £54,710 a year
• Contract: Permanent
• Working pattern: Full-time, Flexible working
• Location: St. James\'s University Hospital, Beckett Street, Leeds, LS9 7TF

Qualifications

Essential

• Educated to degree level or equivalent
• CIPD Level 7 Qualification
• Significant Operational HR experience
• Commitment to undertake training essential to the requirement of the job

Desirable

• CIPD Chartered Membership

Experience and Skills

Essential

• A comprehensive understanding of NHS Pay, Terms & Conditions and Policy
• Up-to-date knowledge of employment legislation and case law
• Ability to interpret and analyse complex employment-related information
• Strong negotiating and interpersonal skills
• Experience in leading change management projects

Desirable

• Experience as an internal HR Consultant
• HR experience in the NHS
• Organisational Development theory and practice
• Knowledge of Microsoft PowerPoint and Access

Additional information

Certificate of Sponsorship: Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website. From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants for entry clearance must present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided in for 12 months or more in the past 10 years.

Employer details: Leeds Teaching Hospitals, St. James\'s University Hospital, Beckett Street, Leeds, LS9 7TF. Website: leedsth.nhs.uk