Senior HR Strategy Partner for Transformation

Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council

Oldbury

On-site

GBP 57,000 - 61,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Job summary

Sandwell Council is seeking a Strategic HR Business Partner to help shape the future of the council and its workforce. In this senior role, you will work with Executive Directors and senior leaders to use insights and workforce data to drive strategic decisions.

The role focuses on organisational transformation, workforce planning, leadership capability and culture change, supported by Centres of Excellence.

Qualifications

Significant experience operating as a senior HR Business Partner or equivalent strategic people leadership role.
Proven track record of influencing senior leaders and supporting organisational transformation and change.
Experience of workforce planning, organisational design and people strategy development.
Strong commercial and organisational awareness, with the ability to balance long‑term priorities with operational realities.
Excellent analytical capability, with the ability to interpret workforce data and translate insight into meaningful action.
Outstanding relationship‑building, coaching and influencing skills.
The confidence to challenge constructively whilst building credibility and trust.

Responsibilities

Act as a trusted adviser, coach and critical friend to Executive Directors and senior leaders.
Anticipate future challenges, identify opportunities and make informed decisions that support long-term organisational success.
Use workforce intelligence and analytics to translate insights into workforce strategies and solutions.
Work with Centres of Excellence to deliver tailored HR interventions and support strategic partnering.
Influence at the highest levels to shape organisational transformation and workforce planning.