HR Officer - Local Authority

Spinwell Global Limited; Devon and Torbay; Hybrid; GBP 27,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Spinwell Global Limited is seeking an HR Officer for a 10-month contract, hybrid role based in Plymouth with at least 50% office attendance. The position involves delivering comprehensive HR support within the People Department and advising managers on policy, legislation and terms of service.

You will work within HR Delivery & Change and HR Corporate Support, supporting attendance and performance management, change management and handling sensitive employee issues.

Qualifications

• CIPD Level 5 Diploma or working towards, or equivalent HR qualification.
• Solid knowledge of employment law with experience advising managers.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with tact and sensitivity.

Responsibilities

• Operates within the HR Delivery & Change and HR Corporate Support Teams.
• Provides professional, specialist HR advice to managers and supervisors on policy, legislation and conditions of service.
• Supports pay and grading, HR systems development, and business continuity planning.

Skills

CIPD Level 5 Diploma

Employment law knowledge

Communication skills

Problem solving

IT literacy

Presentation skills

Education

CIPD Level 5 Diploma in HR Management or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Role: HR Officer REF 377615
Contract Length: 10 months from start date
Location: Hybrid/Plymouth - At least 50% attendance in office plus meetings as required
IR35: Inside
Pay Rate to Intermediary: 23.64 per hour
Security Clearance: BPSS

About the Role

Spinwell is recruiting for a HR Officer for an excellent opportunity within the public sector.

Key Responsibilities

Operates within the HR Delivery & Change' and HR Corporate Support Teams'.

Fulfilling the role of Professional Advisor' in accordance with the People Department Operating Model undertaking the full range of people management activities, which include attendance management, performance management, change management and Police Staff misconduct. Responsible for providing professional, specialist and technical advice to Managers and supervisors in relation policy, legislation, Regulations, Terms and Conditions of Service etc. Supports pay and grading processes, HR systems and processes development, drafts and maintains business continuity plans etc.

Essential Skills and Experience

• CIPD Level 5 Diploma in HR Management (or working towards) or equivalent HR Qualification OR relevant practical experience in a generalist or specialist professional HR role.
• Sound knowledge and practical experience of applying employment law with experience of providing specialist HR advice to line managers and supervisors.
• Clear understanding of the role of Human Resources in contributing to the achievement of the organisation's goals and objectives.
• Good interpersonal, negotiation and communication skills and the ability to deal with matters sensitively and tactfully.
• Effective decision making and problem-solving skills with the proven ability to display resilience and the ability to work under own initiative.
• High degree of computer literacy.
• Ability to deliver at formal presentations to staff of both large and small groups.

Desirable Skills and Experience

• Chartered Membership of the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development
• Previous HR experience within the Police Service

Disability Confident Scheme

The client supports the Disability Confident Scheme and is committed to providing fair and inclusive recruitment opportunities. Candidates with a disability who meet the minimum essential criteria for the role may be eligible for an interview under the scheme. Where application volumes are particularly high, the client may shortlist those candidates who best meet the role requirements.

Armed Forces Covenant

The client supports the Armed Forces Covenant and is committed to helping veterans and military spouses or partners access employment opportunities. Eligible veterans and spouses or partners of Armed Forces personnel who meet the minimum essential criteria may qualify for an interview under the client's applicable recruitment scheme. Where application volumes are particularly high, shortlisting may be necessary.

Reasonable Adjustments

If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process, or would prefer an alternative or more accessible method of communication, please let us know. We will work with you and the client to accommodate your needs wherever reasonably possible.

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