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Head of HR Services

Pertemps Contracts
Posted 15 days ago, valid for 25 days
Location

Warwick, Warwickshire CV359EF, England

Salary

£55,000 - £66,000 per annum

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Contract type

Part Time

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  • Warwickshire County Council is seeking a Head of HR Services for a temporary position lasting 3-6 months, starting in January 2025.
  • The role requires significant experience at a senior level in a local authority or similar setting, along with an FCIPD qualification.
  • Key responsibilities include recruitment, employee relations, and HR systems management, with a strong emphasis on customer-centric service delivery.
  • The position offers a salary range of £600-£700 per day for a full-time commitment of 37 hours per week.
  • Candidates should possess strong leadership skills and a comprehensive understanding of HR legislation and workforce transformation.
Job Title: Head of HR ServicesDuration: Temporary for 3-6 month'sCompany: Warwickshire County CouncilHours: Monday to Friday - 37 hours a weekLocation: Warwick/HybridSalary: £600-£700pdStart Date: January 2025About the RoleWarwickshire County Council is seeking an experienced and innovative Head of Workforce Services to join their Workforce and Local Services team within the Resources Directorate. This pivotal role will shape and drive workforce strategies to deliver outstanding services for both their council and traded customers.As the Head of Workforce Services, you will work in partnership with the Director of Workforce and Local Services to implement their People Strategy, ensuring a customer-centric approach focused on simplification and service excellence.Key Responsibilities
  • Recruitment and selection, including attraction, search, assessment, and offer.
  • Pre-employment checks, onboarding, and temporary agency contract management.
  • Employee relations, policy frameworks, and Trade Union engagement.
  • Apprenticeships, graduate placements, and workforce wellbeing initiatives.
  • Payroll and HR systems management for corporate and traded services.
  • Health and safety advice, training, and compliance monitoring.
About You
  • FCIPD qualification and significant experience at a senior level in a local authority or similar setting.
  • Proven expertise in leading workforce transformation programmes and implementing innovative people solutions.
  • Strong leadership and matrix management skills.
  • Comprehensive knowledge of HR legislation, policy, and employment law.
  • A track record of commissioning, procurement, and contract management.
  • Excellent relationship-building skills with internal and external stakeholders.
About us and our clientAs a flexible employee of Pertemps Recruitment Partnership Ltd, you will be joining a Company that holds the distinction of being one of the largest and most successful independent recruitment agencies in the country. Our pioneering spirit and ability to tap into the uniqueness of everyone's talents has enabled us to open doors for our employees, our clients, and our applicants too. Our philosophies and rewards are built very much on mutual trust and respect within the style of a partnership in which we hope you will feel both fulfilled and valued as a person.Warwickshire County Council are a leading Authority with offices across the County. They strive to work to their values and you can expect to be part of teams that are:
  • High performing
  • Collaborative
  • Customer focused
  • Accountable
  • Trustworthy

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