Ensure Expert HR Advice. Empower Managers. Strengthen One Newham.
At Newham, our colleagues are the backbone of everything we achieve — and as we move through our transformation and improvement journey, we’re focused on building a learning, listening and high‑performing organisation where everyone feels valued, supported, and equipped to succeed. We Are Newham, and we’re committed to shaping a fairer, more connected future for our workforce and community.
Head of HR Advice and Consultancy
Grade SMRB : Salary £67,194 - £82,809 pa
This is a great opportunity to join a talented, committed and supportive HR/OD function, to demonstrate your leadership skills, and to lead on all aspects of HR casework across a large and complex organisation. We are looking for someone who can:
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shape and develop a team of HR professionals
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ensure there a consistent, high quality and responsive service to a wide range of internal customers
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through the development of our resolution hub, contribute positively to culture change and the Council's overall improvement journey
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through sustained HR focus and appropriate interventions, make a significant contribution to the reduction of sickness absence levels across the Council
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make a wider strategic contribution as a member of the HR/OD leadership team
As our Head of HR Advice & Consultancy, you will lead a trusted, responsive and expert HR service that puts people at the heart of decision-making. You’ll guide managers with confident, high‑quality advice; embed consistent and compassionate people practices; and create the conditions for effective leadership across the organisation. Your work will enable colleagues to perform at their best, strengthen the employee experience, and drive the “One Newham” culture that we’re proud of.
If you’re a strategic, solutions‑focused HR leader who thrives on partnership, empowerment and practical impact, this is your opportunity to shape Newham’s future — helping us become an even better place to work, grow and belong.
Join us. Support our managers. Empower our people. Help build a fairer Newham.
Please view JD here
Closing date: 27 January 2026 at 2pm
Interviews to be scheduled w/c 2 February 2026
Additional Information
We are committed to creating an inclusive, anti-racist environment for all. When you apply for a job at Newham, your application is considered on its merits regardless of your age, disability, ethnicity, faith, gender identity or sexual orientation. If you share our vision and values, and you bring the experience and skills we need, that’s all that matters to us.
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https://www.cifas.org.uk/fpn.
