People Policy Strategy Consultant

Adecco; West Midlands; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A public sector consultancy is seeking a People Policy & Strategy Consultant to drive change within HR policies and management. Located in Wolverhampton, this role involves developing inclusive policies, building stakeholder relationships, and delivering training sessions. Candidates should have strong HR policy experience and excellent communication skills. The position offers flexible working arrangements and a supportive environment for professional growth.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Professional growth opportunities

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Strong experience in HR policy development and people management.
• Excellent communication skills and a proven ability to build relationships.
• Knowledge of employment law and HR systems management.

Responsibilities

• Lead the benchmarking and modernisation of HR policies.
• Establish and manage working groups for inclusive policy development.
• Design and deliver engaging training sessions for stakeholders.
• Utilise HR systems to provide insightful data for management.
• Support the implementation of the People Policy forward plan.

Skills

HR policy development

Excellent communication skills

People management

Knowledge of employment law

Job description

Job Advertisement: People Policy & Strategy Consultant

Are you passionate about shaping people policies and driving strategic change within the public sector? Our client is looking for a dynamic People Policy & Strategy Consultant to join their People and Change Directorate in the vibrant City of Wolverhampton. If you thrive in a collaborative environment and have a knack for HR policy development, we want to hear from you!

Position: People Policy & Strategy Consultant

Location: Flexible working within the City of Wolverhampton

Grade: 7

Reporting to: Policy & Strategy Lead

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a mission-driven organisation focused on equality, diversity, and inclusion.
• Engage with a diverse range of stakeholders, from directors to operational managers.
• Contribute to meaningful HR advancements that directly impact the community.

Key Responsibilities:

• Policy Development: Lead the benchmarking and modernisation of HR policies and management tools.
• Collaborative Engagement: Establish and manage working groups to ensure an inclusive policy development process.
• Training & Development: Design and deliver engaging presentations and training sessions for various stakeholders.
• Data Analysis & Reporting: utilise HR systems to provide insightful data that supports proactive people management.
• Change Management: Support the implementation of the People Policy forward plan, identifying risks and mitigation strategies.

What We're Looking For:

Essential Skills:

• Strong experience in HR policy development and people management.
• Excellent communication skills and a proven ability to build relationships.
• Knowledge of employment law and HR systems management.

Desirable Skills:

• Experience in local authority settings and stakeholder management.
• Proven ability to design and implement change management initiatives.

What's in it for You?

• A supportive environment that encourages professional growth and development.
• The opportunity to make a significant impact on the organisation and its people.
• Flexible working arrangements that promote work-life balance.

Join us in shaping the future of public sector HR and making a lasting impact!

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.