Human Resources Consultant

SP Electricity North West; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable utility company in Manchester is seeking an HR Consultant for a 12-month fixed-term contract to drive strategic change and deliver impactful HR projects. The ideal candidate will be CIPD qualified with proven HR advisory experience and skills in employee relations. Responsibilities include providing expert advice on employee relations, leading people planning initiatives, and driving organizational design and inclusivity. Attractive benefits include an annual bonus, private healthcare, and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Annual bonus scheme

25 days annual leave

Private healthcare

Employee rewards portal

Contributory pension scheme

Employee assistance programme

Opportunities for professional development

Qualifications

• Proven experience in HR advisory roles with strong understanding of employee relations.
• Skilled in managing multiple projects and influencing stakeholders at all levels.
• Passion for creating inclusive workplaces and supporting leadership growth.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert advice on Employee Relations, grievances, and workplace culture.
• Lead People Planning initiatives to align HR practices with business objectives.
• Champion Diversity & Inclusion, wellbeing, and leadership development programs.
• Drive Culture & Change Management projects for high-performing environments.
• Take ownership of HR-related projects from concept to delivery.

Skills

Employee Relations expertise

Project management skills

Diversity and Inclusion advocacy

Organizational design understanding

Education

CIPD qualified

Job description

A Fantastic Opportunity : HR Consultant - 12 month fixed term contract

SP Electricity North West manages and invests in the power network that supplies electricity to the 2.4m homes and businesses across the North West. Our 2,400 colleagues manage the 13,000km of overhead lines, 44,000km of underground cables and thousands of electricity substations to keep power flowing and supporting green growth. We’re one of six distribution network operators in the UK and are regulated by Ofgem.

We’re proud that in December 2024 we were named Utility of the Year by Utility Week magazine who said we punched above our weight and used innovation to solve some of the industry’s most difficult challenges. Come and be part of our team and make a difference.

Now part of the Iberdrola and ScottishPower group, we’re collectively building smarter, greener electricity networks that will get Britain growing by investing in a better future, quicker.

We can be flexible on base location, however the successful candidate must be willing to travel across the North West to various offices and depots as required.

As HR Consultant you will join our existing team and help drive strategic change and deliver impactful projects alongside providing expert advisory support across a range of HR initiatives.

This is a dynamic, project-focused position where you’ll partner with business leaders to shape people strategies, enhance workplace culture, and deliver solutions that align with organisational goals.

Day to day you will

• Provide expert advice on Employee Relations, including grievances, engagement, and workplace culture;
• Lead People Planning initiatives to align HR practices with business objectives;
• Advise on Organisational Design and workforce planning;
• Champion Diversity & Inclusion, wellbeing, and leadership development programs;
• Develop and update HR policies to ensure compliance and best practice;
• Drive Culture & Change Management projects to foster an inclusive and high-performing environment;
• Design and implement Leadership Development programs, including coaching and succession planning;
• Take ownership of HR-related projects from concept to delivery.

What we’re looking for

• CIPD qualified;
• Proven experience in HR advisory roles with a strong understanding of employee relations;
• Skilled in organisational design and change management;
• The ability to manage multiple projects and influence stakeholders at all levels;
• Be passionate about creating inclusive workplaces and supporting leadership growth.

What we’re offering

• An annual bonus scheme;
• 25 days annual leave;
• Private Healthcare;
• An employee rewards portal offering discounts on several well-known brands;
• A market-leading contributory pension scheme;
• Employee assistance programme;
• Opportunity for professional development through our L&D function.

Our Commitment to Inclusion

We’re proud to foster a workplace where everyone can thrive. We celebrate diversity and are committed to building a team that reflects the communities we serve. We believe that embracing our differences makes us stronger.

If you need any adjustments or support during the application process, please contact our Recruitment Team at [e-mail] or call 0845 366 0092 (option 2).

Any offer made will remain conditional until pre-employment checks are complete to a level deemed satisfactory by SP Electricity North West. Due to the of this role, the following pre-employment checks will be required; references from previous employers, a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and a Drug & Alcohol test.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early.

We don't accept speculative CVs from agencies. Any received we will assert ownership of the candidate and no fee will be payable.