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Head of HR
Posted Today by 1759904621
Negotiable
Undetermined
Hybrid
Edinburgh
Summary: The Head of HR role at a prominent public sector organization in Edinburgh is an interim position focused on leading the HR and Organisational Development team. The successful candidate will provide strategic guidance across HR functions, fostering a positive workplace culture while managing employee relations and development initiatives. This role requires a collaborative leader with a strong background in HR management and organizational change. The position offers a competitive daily rate and hybrid working arrangements.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and develop the HR/OD team, promoting continuous improvement and professional growth.
- Advise senior leaders and staff on HR policies, employment law, and organisational change.
- Drive organisational development and training initiatives to enhance performance and culture.
- Lead employee relations, including consultation and negotiation with trade unions.
- Champion Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) across the organisation.
- Oversee HR data management, reporting, and risk mitigation.
- Manage HR budgets and ensure effective delivery of occupational health and employee assistance services.
- Represent the organisation at internal and external forums.
- Develop and implement volunteering strategies and policies.
Key Skills:
- Strong track record in strategic HR management.
- Experience in organisational development and employee relations.
- Ability to influence at all levels.
- Leadership skills in driving change.
- Knowledge of HR policies and employment law.
- Experience in managing HR teams.
- Understanding of Equality, Diversity & Inclusion principles.
Salary (Rate): undetermined
City: Edinburgh
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: hybrid
IR35 Status: undetermined
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: HR
Your new company
A renowned public sector organisation based in the heart of Edinburgh are looking to appoint a Head of HR on an interim basis.
Your new role
They are seeking an experienced and strategic Head of HR to lead the Human Resources and Organisational Development (HR/OD) team. This pivotal role will provide expert guidance and leadership across all HR functions, supporting senior leaders, staff, and trade unions to foster a positive and inclusive workplace culture.
Key responsibilities within this role will include:
- Lead and develop the HR/OD team, promoting continuous improvement and professional growth.
- Advise senior leaders and staff on HR policies, employment law, and organisational change.
- Drive organisational development and training initiatives to enhance performance and culture.
- Lead employee relations, including consultation and negotiation with trade unions.
- Champion Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) across the organisation.
- Oversee HR data management, reporting, and risk mitigation.
- Manage HR budgets and ensure effective delivery of occupational health and employee assistance services.
- Represent the organisation at internal and external forums.
- Develop and implement volunteering strategies and policies.
What you'll need to succeed
You will be a confident and collaborative HR leader with a strong track record in strategic HR management, organisational development, and employee relations. Your ability to influence at all levels and lead change will be key to your success in this role.
What you'll get in return
This role will offer a competitive daily rate, hybrid working and flexibility, offering great work-life balance.
What you need to do now
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