People & Culture Manager

Casanovas Recruitment Solutions; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A public sector organization is seeking a Senior HR Professional in Chelmsford to lead HR strategy and workforce development during a transformative period. The ideal candidate will possess extensive HR knowledge and strong strategic insight to drive organizational change. Key responsibilities include overseeing HR operations and fostering collaboration across various stakeholders. Immediate start is preferred, with CV and salary expectations expected upon application.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in HR, OD, and cultural change.
• Ability to translate strategy into action.
• Exceptional relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead People & Culture strategy.
• Oversight of Workforce & Talent Development.
• Manage HR Operations & Governance.
• Enhance Engagement & Culture.
• Facilitate Leadership & Collaboration.

Skills

Expert knowledge in HR

Strategic HR understanding

People-centred transformation

Workforce data analytics

Education

Continuous professional development

Job description

We are partnering with a public sector organisation that is entering an exciting and transformative period driven by devolution. This presents an exceptional opportunity for a senior HR professional to join the organisation and play a pivotal role within the People and Culture team.

The successful candidate will be instrumental in building strong relationships and networks across partners, businesses, and local communities. Operating at a strategic level, they will bring the business insight, commercial awareness, and political acumen required to translate organisational strategy into meaningful, measurable action.

Key Responsibilities

• People & Culture Strategy
• Workforce & Talent Development
• HR Operations & Governance
• Engagement & Culture
• Leadership & Collaboration

Candidate Requirements

• Evidence of continuous professional development and expert knowledge in HR, OD and cultural change.
• Deep understanding of strategic HR, organisational development and people‑centred transformation in complex public sector environments.
• Strong knowledge of employment law, public sector HR policies and workforce governance frameworks.
• Ability to use workforce data, analytics and insight to support decision‑making.

How to apply: If you're an experienced HR Professional available for an immediate start, we'd love to hear from you. Please submit your up‑to‑date CV along with your salary expectations.