People Partner

Adecco; Wakefield; Hybrid; GBP 48,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm in Wakefield is seeking a dynamic People Partner to enhance the People Directorate. This position is ideal for individuals with strong HR leadership experience and a commitment to diversity and inclusion. Responsibilities include fostering relationships with local leaders, driving innovation in HR strategies, and advocating for positive change within the organization. The candidate should have a Level 7 CIPD qualification or be working towards it and have resided in the UK for at least 5 years. This hybrid role offers an inclusive work environment.

Benefits

Inclusive recruitment process

Supportive environment for career progression

Access to reasonable adjustments

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in HR leadership within a large, diverse organisation.
• In-depth knowledge of HR strategies, policies, and current employment law.
• Must have resided in the UK for at least 5 years due to police vetting.

Responsibilities

• Uphold the Police Code of Ethics in decision-making.
• Promote Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion in all interactions.
• Establish strong connections with local leaders as a trusted advisor.
• Identify opportunities for service improvement and innovation.
• Contribute to local people strategies aligning with force direction.
• Collaboratively address service delivery issues.

Skills

HR leadership

Strong leadership

Negotiation skills

Excellent communication

Influencing skills

Education

Chartered Membership of the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD)

Level 7 CIPD qualification

Job description

People Partner

Location: Wakefield

Contract Type: Permanent

Working Pattern: Full Time

Salary Range: £48,459 - £52,194

Hybrid Working

Driving Required: Yes

Are you passionate about people and dedicated to making a difference in public services? Our client West Yorkshire Police are seeking a dynamic People Partner to join their team and elevate the profile of the People Directorate! This exciting opportunity is perfect for someone who thrives in a collaborative environment and is committed to driving positive change.

What You’ll Do

• Leading by Example: Uphold the Police Code of Ethics, ensuring that values and behavioural expectations are at the forefront of decision‑making.
• Championing Diversity and Inclusion: Embrace and promote the organisation's commitment to Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion (DEI) in all interactions.
• Building Relationships: Establish strong connections with local leaders to be a trusted advisor, actively contributing to strategic discussions.
• Driving Innovation: Represent the People Directorate by identifying opportunities for service improvement and innovation.
• Developing Strategies: Contribute to the development of local people strategies and plans, aligning them with overall force direction.
• Resolving Challenges: Work collaboratively to address any service delivery issues, ensuring a consistent and effective approach.

What We’re Looking For

• Chartered Membership of the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD) or be working towards it, ideally with a Level 7 CIPD qualification.
• Extensive experience in HR leadership within a large, diverse organisation.
• In‑depth knowledge of HR strategies, policies, and current employment law.
• Strong leadership, negotiation, and influencing skills to engage and motivate individuals at all levels.
• Excellent communication abilities to foster effective working relationships with stakeholders.
• You must have resided within the UK continuously for at least 5 years due to the police vetting criteria.

We look forward to welcoming you to our team!

Adecco is a disability‑confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.