HR Sickness Coordinator

POWYS COUNTY COUNCIL; United States; Remote; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

POWYS COUNTY COUNCIL is seeking a proactive HR professional to provide specialist advice on sickness absence, attendance management, and employee wellbeing. You will work closely with managers to navigate HR policies, support employees effectively, and drive positive attendance outcomes across the organisation.

The role emphasises collaborative partnership, data-informed decision making, and a strong commitment to inclusive service delivery.

Qualifications

• Experience in an HR, employee relations, or people management role.
• Strong knowledge of sickness absence management, wellbeing, and HR policies.
• Excellent communication, coaching, and relationship-building skills.
• A practical, solution-focused approach to supporting managers.
• Strong analytical and organisational skills, with confidence using HR systems and data.
• Empathy, professionalism, and a commitment to equality, inclusion, and excellent service.

Skills

Sickness absence management

Wellbeing strategies

HR policies

Coaching

Communication

Relationship-building

Data analytics

Empathy

Job description

We're looking for a proactive individual to provide specialist advice and support on sickness absence, attendance management, and employee wellbeing. You'll work closely with managers, helping them navigate policies, support employees effectively, and create positive attendance outcomes across the organisation.

About you:

• Experience in an HR, employee relations, or people management role.
• Strong knowledge of sickness absence management, wellbeing, and HR policies.
• Excellent communication, coaching, and relationship-building skills.
• A practical, solution-focused approach to supporting managers.
• Strong analytical and organisational skills, with confidence using HR systems and data.
• Empathy, professionalism, and a commitment to equality, inclusion, and excellent service