Head of HR
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Please note this vacancy is only available to Birmingham City Council employees.
Head of HR
Permanent
Grade
Consultation grade subject to formal evaluation under the Pay Equity Review
Working 36.5 hours per week
Overview
We are at the heart of Birmingham City Councils most essential asset its People.
Playing a vital role in shaping the future of the city and ensuring that key services reach those who need them most. With a focus on aligning workforce needs with organisational goals our team supports engages and motivates the workforce to deliver exceptional services to Birminghams citizens.
Whether its managing accurate payroll ensuring safe recruitment fostering positive employee relations or driving inclusive policies every decision we make has a direct impact on both employees and the community.
Were committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive guided by our core principles of being helpful openminded and delivering positive outcomes.
By working collaboratively across service areas we provide expert guidance and support to colleagues empowering them to focus on delivering vital frontline services. If youre passionate about making a difference this role gives you the opportunity to contribute to a forwardthinking diverse and vibrant city creating lasting impact for both our employees and citizens.
Role Overview
The Head of HR will provide strategic leadership across key people initiatives supporting the achievement of Directorate objectives and the wider organisational strategy. Overseeing a workforce of approximately 2MG1000 employees this role requires a leader who can drive change collaborate across functions and lead HR projects in areas such as Early Careers Staff Networks Wellbeing Workforce Strategy Talent Management and Diversity & Inclusion.
Working closely with other Heads of Service the position will focus on delivering datadriven solutions using HRIS systems and analytics to improve service delivery. The role involves shaping HR strategies to align with the Directorates and organisational goals while fostering a positive culture building trust and driving employee satisfaction in a fastpaced environment
Key Responsibilities
Lead and execute HR strategies aligned with organisational goals driving employee engagement wellbeing and productivity to foster a highperformance culture.
Oversee key HR portfolios including Early Careers Wellbeing Talent Management and Diversity & Inclusion ensuring initiatives are effective and cross cutting within BCC.
Lead HRdriven transformation efforts managing change processes and ensuring a positive employee experience during organisational transitions.
Manage crossfunctional collaboration with HR leaders ensuring consistent and effective HR service delivery while prioritising strategic goals and resource optimisation
Develop and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders including senior leaders unions and external partners ensuring alignment with HR practices and organisational objectives
About You
An experienced and forwardthinking people leader with a strong background in driving largescale workforce transformation and organisational change within complex environments. Skilled in developing people strategies and interventions that align with business goals bringing deep expertise in organisational development cultural change and policy design.
A strategic partner with a proven ability to analyse performance data and workforce insights to shape evidencebased solutions. Experienced in working collaboratively across functions and with Trade Unions contributing to the design and delivery of impactful inclusive and digitally enabled people initiatives that enhance employee experience and support longterm organisational success
Please upload an uptodate CV and Personal Statement via the attachments part of your application. The Personal Statement should outline how you meet the essential criteria for the role through your personal qualities skills and experience and include your motivation for applying to the we cannot consider any applications without a CV and Personal Statement attached
We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and aim to have a workforce that represents the communities we serve. Our data tells us that for this level of role ethnic minorities are underrepresented and therefore we will use positive action to support us to achieve diverse shortlists. This may mean that recruitment times are a little longer but we think this is worth it to achieve our aim.
Birmingham City Council is an accredited Disability Confident Leader employer andwe arecommitted to employing retaining and developing all of our people.
We want to ensure your recruitment journey with us is a positive and equitable one so please let us know if there are any reasonable adjustments additional support accessibility needs or if there is any way in which we can support you through your application.
For any informal enquires please contact:
We welcome applications from people with caring responsibilities and flexible working options will be considered.
Proof of Right to work in the UK will be required for all applicants in accordance withUK Home Office requirements before any employment offer can be confirmed.
Job Description and PersonSpecification: Head of HR (People Partnering).pdf
Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full-Time
