HR Policy Lead (Infected Blood Compensation Authority)

Government Recruitment Service; Witton-le-Wear; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency in Witton-le-Wear is looking for an HR Policy Lead. This role involves leading the development and implementation of inclusive HR policies, managing a small team, and working collaboratively across various departments. Candidates should be adaptable and detail-oriented, required to foster a positive team environment aligned with departmental values.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and implementation of internal HR policies across the full employee lifecycle.
• Horizon-scan for emerging workforce issues and drive forward modern, inclusive HR policies.
• Ensure HR policies are evidence-based, legally compliant, and reflect best practices.

Job description

Overview

As HR Policy Lead you will lead the development and implementation of IBCA’s people policies. You will be responsible for ensuring the approach to HR policy is inclusive, future-focused, and aligned with cross-IBCA frameworks. You will manage a small team of two and work closely across the wider HR team to ensure policies are joined. This is a dynamic and fast-paced role which involves managing multiple priorities and frequently changing requirements, so you will need to be comfortable working with a level of ambiguity and uncertainty.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and implementation of internal HR policies across the full employee lifecycle (e.g., attendance, performance, flexible working, parental leave, grievances).
• Horizon-scan for emerging workforce issues and drive forward modern, inclusive HR policies that support talent, attraction and retention.
• Ensure all HR policies are evidence-based, legally compliant and reflect best practice in equality, diversity and inclusion.
• You will provide leadership, support and guidance to a small team of SEOs (IBCA Level 4.
• You will need to engage with Directorates and functional areas to ensure that HR policies meet the organisation’s needs and support the delivery of our mission.
• You will need a keen eye for detail to ensure that all of our products are professional, on brand, easy to use and are consistent with each other.
• Foster a positive and inclusive team environment that promotes wellbeing, collaboration, and a supportive culture aligned with departmental values