We are seeking a dedicated and experienced HR Business Partner to join our Human Resources & Organisational Development team on a temporary basis for up to 6 months to help with work capacity. You will play a crucial role in providing professional advice and managing complex individual casework, with a primary focus on disciplinary and resolution complaint investigations. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a collaborative HR environment and support vital services within Bridgend County Borough Council.
Job Title: HR Business Partner (Corporate & Schools)
Location: Bridgend County Borough (Hybrid: mix of home and office base)
Working Hours: Full time, 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Contract: Temporary (Up to 6 months, starting as soon as possible)
Pay Rate: £20.98 per hour
What you'll be doing:
- Casework & Investigations: You will focus primarily on conducting and managing complex investigations, specifically handling disciplinary and resolution complaints. You will be accountable for providing lead support and professional advice on a range of individual casework issues.
- Advisory Support: You will provide front-line advisory and coaching support to managers and headteachers regarding the optimisation of employee performance, attendance, engagement, and the effective application of HR policy.
- Employee Relations: You will work in partnership to promote effective and harmonious employee relations across the Authority. This involves building effective relationships and liaising with trade unions, ACAS, solicitors, and other professional bodies.
- Meeting Support: You will attend statutory procedural meetings as the HR lead, providing key advice and guidance to contribute towards the decision-making process.
What we're looking for:
- You must be Chartered CIPD qualified or able to demonstrate competence through considerable equivalent experience within a challenging HR environment.
- A strong background in managing complex casework, particularly conducting HR investigations and handling issues related to discipline, grievance, and capability.
- A detailed knowledge of employment law, its application, and a proven track record of varied employee relations practices.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work with a range of staff, senior officers, elected members, governors, and trade unions to resolve sensitive HR issues.
- The ability to prioritise and manage your own workload effectively to meet strict deadlines, particularly in respect of case management.
- You must hold a full driving licence and have access to a vehicle, as you will be required to attend in-person meetings across Bridgend County Borough.
What we offer:
- Flexible Working: A balanced working arrangement featuring a mix of home and office-based work.
- Impactful Work: The opportunity to promote proactive and preventative work programmes to reduce workforce conflict and support the Council's evolving People Management Strategy.
Ready to take the next step in your career?
If you are a motivated HR professional with a desire to make an immediate impact within a local authority setting, we want to hear from you! Please apply directly to this advert with your CV or call 01622585980 and ask for Akhil!
Randstad Business Support is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
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