Human Resources Officer

Salary: SO2 SCP 27-29 £35,745 - £37,336 per annum MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. Support line mangers through the provision of professional HR advice in all employment matters. This will include the interpretation of terms and conditions of service, the application of policies and procedures, understanding of employment law and promotion of best practice in Human Resources. 2. Provide advice and guidance on the interpretation and application or HR policies and procedures and support the development of and implementation of appropriate procedures and processes in HR. This will include but not be limited to Grievance, Discipline, Attendance Management, Dignity at Work and Capability. 3. Provide support to managers in undertaking investigations, chairing meetings and appeals in HR procedural matters arising from disciplinary, grievance and dignity at work cases to include the provision of written records, to ensure compliance with the relevant legislation. 4. Develop and implement HR solutions through early intervention and prevention through engagement, communication, mediation, dispute resolution and other strategies to ensure best outcome; ensuring compliance and risk to Council is managed and mitigated. 5. Ensure co-ordination and management of all employee relations cases both internal and external to the organisation. 6. Ensure the accurate and timely preparation of responses and discovery for Fair Employment and Industrial Tribunal proceedings, including preparing documentation, assisting legal advisers, and representing the Council at employment tribunals and court proceedings as required. 7. Take the lead in employee recruitment to include organising and chairing panels, identifying selection methods and advising on current employment legislation and codes of practice. 8. Ensure implementation of the Council’s Attendance Management Policy to include maintenance and monitoring of records and reports and supporting line managers at meetings. 9. Ensure comprehensive personnel records are maintained and managed in accordance with relevant legislation. 10. Liaise with payroll on salary issues including appointees, leavers, fixed term contracts, job evaluations and amendments to contacts and ensure that all documentation is completed and provided to payroll in a timely manner 11. Promote equality and diversity within the Council through the implementation and monitoring of relevant policies and procedures, including the achievement of targets identified for the reduction of inequalities and the achievement of good relations. 12. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with key stakeholders such as directors, managers and staff, trade union colleagues and representatives of external organisations. 13. Participate in liaising with and consultation and negotiation with trade unions.

14. Liaise with relevant stakeholders and legislative bodies as necessary in connection with HR matters. 15. Train line managers on HR policies, procedures and processes. 16. Participate in joint working groups and project teams as required. 17. Undertake any other relevant duties that may be required and are commensurate with the nature and grade of the post. Qualifications and training • Diploma in Human Resource Management (Level 5) or similar relevant equivalent qualification, which entitles applicant to Associate Membership of the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD).

Experience

• Two years’ experience within Human Resources to include recruitment, employee relations & union engagement. Key skills, knowledge, and attributes • Knowledge of current employment legislation; • Competent in the use of Microsoft Office packages; • Effective verbal and written communication skills;

• Knowledge of information systems with the ability to collate and analyse data; • Ability to deal with difficult and sensitive situations in a diplomatic and professional manner; • Ability to work effectively with staff at different levels within the organisation; • Ability to work well as part of a team; • Ability to work on own initiative Driving

• Hold a full current driving licence (valid in the UK) and have access to a car at the closing date or have *access to a form of transport which will permit the applicant to carry out the duties of the post in full.

* This relates only to any person who has declared that they have a disability, which debars them from driving Working Arrangements/ Flexibility • 37 hours per week, Monday –Friday (9.00am-5.00pm). Additional hours may be required. A flexible working scheme is in operation.