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Thrive Oldham are recruiting for a HR Lead in The Bolton area
Urgent requirement for experienced HR Manager to join busy team overseeing all aspects of HR casework for c.700 employees working in Libraries, legal, finance, marketing, policy, property - the 'business' arm of the Council. must have relevant experience and qualifications as per job description. Management of 2 direct reports.
On site expectations min. 3 days per week.
No Flex on wage
Primary Purpose of Job
To manage the Departmental HR Team and lead all operational HR processes/activity. (Portfolios to be assigned)
Reporting to
Head of HR Operations for Corporate Resources HR Lead, Place HR Lead, Adults and Public Health HR Lead.
Main Duties
Skills and Knowledge
1.
Knowledge of, and strategic application of, local government terms and conditions of employment.
2.
Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing at all levels of the organisation and with external partners in order to strategically advise, persuade and influence.
3.
Up to date knowledge of employment law and national/ regional initiatives and the ability to identify the strategic application of these within Bolton Council.
4.
Thorough knowledge, understanding and appreciation of the impact of equality and diversity issues (EDI).
5.
Ability to plan and prioritise own workload and service requirements to respond to constantly changing workload demands.
6.
Ability to analyse and interpret data and information using IT to generate strategic solutions including writing reports and delivering briefings to appropriate audiences e.g., DLT/ Joint Secretaries/Service Managers.
7.
Lead, manage and develop HR staff to be able to deliver an effective, efficient, professional HR service in line with our People Plan priorities.
8.
Ability to effectively present at meetings/conferences and write and deliver relevant training to a variety of audiences.
9.
Ability to build and maintain strategic networks and relationships internally and externally across GM.
10.
Contribute to service improvements and promotion of corporate initiatives through policy development, project groups and collaborative working across departments.
11.
Competencies - Please note the council's corporate competencies, which are essential for all roles, are below in the Core Competencies section
Experience/Qualifications/Training etc
1.
Recognised HR qualification/relevant degree
2.
Experience of delivering HR strategies and interventions in a large complex organisation
3.
Experience of working with Trade Unions in formal forums.
Work Related Circumstances
1.
All posts require the job holder to undertake mandatory training for the role and to regularly review their developmental needs in conjunction with their line manager. Development of our employees plays a key role in delivering our services
2.
The Council has a framework of Values & Behaviours that guide our behaviour and decision making to help achieve our vision. All employees are expected to be mindful of these when undertaking their work.
3.
This post is designated as politically restricted. The holder of a politically restricted post is unable to have any active political role either in or outside the workplace. Politically restricted employees will automatically be disqualified from standing for or holding elected office. This means you are not permitted to stand for office as a local councillor or MP. In addition, you are restricted from canvassing on behalf of a political party or a person who is, or seeks to be, a candidate. You are also restricted from speaking to the public at large or publishing any written or artistic work that could give the impression that you are advocating support for a political party.
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