Summary

This role supports key functions within a dynamic local authority environment, driving strategic HR initiatives and delivering expert guidance across workforce planning, employee relations, and organizational change. The Senior HR Business Partner will collaborate closely with senior leaders and HR teams to align people strategies with Council priorities.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with senior managers, stakeholders, and HR teams to proactively plan and deliver workforce and people strategies aligned with divisional and Council priorities.
Lead and allocate HR resources to ensure timely delivery of business partnering activities, including:
- Workforce planning
- Employee relations
- Organisational change
- Talent management
Coach and support managers and HR colleagues to drive successful HR change and meet business goals.
Serve as a subject matter expert in HR generalist and people practices.
Manage complex employee relations casework with confidence and professionalism.
Support organisational change initiatives and transformation programmes.
Provide expert HR advice to managers across all people-related matters.
Produce clear, insightful management reports to inform decision-making.

Experience

Proven experience in a senior HR business partnering role, ideally within a public sector or local authority setting.
Strong track record in managing complex employee relations cases and organisational change.
Experience in coaching and influencing senior stakeholders.
Prior experience in local government is highly desirable but not essential.

Qualifications

Additional Information

Working hours: 36 hours a week
Hybrid working model with a minimum of two days per week in the London Bridge office.
The role closes soon, apply ASAP.

HR Business Partner