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About the BoroughJoining us, you get to work for not just one high performing London Borough, but two.Kingston and Sutton councils have a number of shared services serving both authorities, with some teams and roles more focussed on one council than the other, but the majority are shared across both, meaning you get multiple opportunities to learn from a wider pool of activities and two different political bodies.&nbsp;We work flexibly in both Kingston and Sutton offices, and support working at home or flexible working patterns that enable you to tailor your working and personal life. We provide the equipment and tools to enable you to work flexibly, and in return ask you to use that flexibility to be creative and ambitious in the services we deliver.There are some really exciting things happening in both boroughs. In Sutton, we are developing the London Cancer Hub, a world leading cancer research and treatment hub that will bring together professionals from across different sectors to identify and test new treatments and therapies. Over in Kingston, we are undertaking the largest housing regeneration programme ever delivered in the borough, building new energy efficient housing that will transform some of our oldest Council owned housing. Both boroughs have publicly committed to doing what they can to tackle the climate emergency and are investing in new technologies and societal change that will help bring carbon emissions down and improve our climate impact.You should choose Kingston and Sutton if you are looking for an opportunity that will challenge you to deliver more, support you to achieve personal ambitions, and expect you to put borough residents at the heart of what you do.Kingston is a beautiful Royal borough with a historic setting on the banks of the Thames with excellent schools and a bustling retail centre, all surrounded by open green spaces such as Richmond Park and Bushy Park, former recreation grounds for Tudor Kings and Queens. The Council is controlled by a Liberal Democrat Administration and has a council plan “Greener, Fairer, Safer, Together”, that sets out a vision to be a vibrant, diverse and inclusive borough where residents are active, empowered, engaged and able to remain independent and resilient. The Council engages with residents through a number of forums and events through the year, and like Sutton plays a leading role in developing the South West Region of London.Sutton is a well connected attractive part of London that has a reputation for excellent schools, green and leafy open spaces, and a history that drives a thriving heritage and culture offer through our museums and libraries. The Council is controlled by a long established Liberal Democrat Administration and has high ambitions set out in its corporate plan “Ambitious for Sutton”, that will ensure Sutton remains a great place to live, work and raise a family. The Council plays a leading role in a number of local partnerships and places great emphasis on engaging effectively with its residents, listening to local voices and making their message heard across London Government.About the Service and TeamKingston and Sutton Councils employ nearly 500 staff across its shared services in HR, Finance, Customer Service, Neighbourhoods, Environment and ICT. This is a highly rewarding way of working that will help you develop new skills as you manage relationships and provide a consistent service across multiple partners. Our team focus on providing a resourcing administration and advisory service and ensure the highest standards are adopted in regards to all elements of the recruitment process to support the priorities and needs of our customers of Kingston and Sutton Councils and other traded services organisations.&nbsp;You join a small team who manage the recruitment process for both councils, using the Oleeo ATS system and Payroll/HRIS system iTrent; knowledge of these would be preferable but not compulsory. We need to be flexible and creative in our approach to recruitment, to support our Hiring Managers to attract the best candidates for Kingston and Sutton Councils and our traded Partner organisations.About the Role and Our Ideal CandidateWe're recruiting for 2 x roles (36 hours per week) on a temporary contract basis, 1x role until 31st March 2026 and 1x role until 31st August 2026. This role will be primarily focused on supporting our customers in Kingston. Whilst this is a hybrid role, you will be required to work in the Civic Centre in Sutton every Tuesday, with adhoc working in either Sutton or our Kingston Guildhall buildings as required to support our customers.Working in our Resourcing Team, you’ll be responsible for providing a professional, efficient, customer focused HR Resourcing administration and campaigns advisory service, supporting the priorities of all our customers.&nbsp;Your responsibilities will include managing the administration of the end-to-end recruitment life cycle through our Applicant Tracking (ATS) and Payroll/HR Information (HRIS) Systems, adhering to policies and procedures to ensure safe and fair recruitment, as well as supporting and advising hiring managers on the best and most cost effective recruitment strategies for their vacant roles.&nbsp;This role offers a lot of variety with the chance to work on permanent recruitment for staff at all levels, provide a strong customer focused advisory service to our customers and support with job evaluation for both Councils.About youWe’re looking for someone who can question and challenge our ways of working, demonstrate innovation and creativity, and can work successfully with key stakeholders and customers within and outside of the Council through effective communication.Strong experience in the end-to-end recruitment life cycle is a must along with the confidence in using an ATS system. With your relevant experience you will be confident in providing expert support and advice to managers on all elements of the recruitment process and be able to deal with a large volume of recruitment queries, whilst also adopting a targeted campaigns focused approach for hard to fill roles.&nbsp;You’ll also possess strong accuracy and attention to detail skills along with&nbsp;evidencing a track record of providing candidate focussed recruitment services&nbsp;and be able to demonstrate a strong commitment to your own personal and professional development to meet the changing demands of the role.A full overview of the skills, abilities and experience we’re looking for is outlined in the job profile.Our Offer to YouAs an organisation that values and nurtures talent, we’re committed to helping you fulfil your potential and will offer you a supportive, friendly and collaborative environment to grow and develop your career and skills. We’re constantly striving to improve our ways of working so putting your ideas across however big or small; will be fully encouraged and supported by your colleagues and our dynamic and experienced management team.Employees have access to a wide range of benefits to enable staff to achieve a work life balance, some of which include:<ul><li>A generous annual leave entitlement of 25-32 days, plus bank holidays (pro-rata if part-time working hours apply) depending on service and grade.</li><li>Enhanced Maternity, Paternity, shared parental, adoption and dependents leave</li><li>Three volunteering days per year in Kingston</li><li>Hybrid working (dependent on the role)</li><li>Flexible and agile working arrangements using Google Chromebooks</li><li>Learning and development portal offering a range of courses</li><li>Discounts on a range of local shops, restaurants, gyms and leisure centres</li><li>Interest free season ticket loans</li><li>Local Government Pension Scheme</li><li>Bicycle loan facilities and cycle to work scheme</li><li>Zip car scheme</li><li>Confidential health &amp; wellbeing and counselling support</li></ul>Application ProcessApply online outlining what skills, abilities and experience you can bring which makes you an ideal candidate for this role. Please refer to the requirements outlined in the job profile when completing your application and check your CV details have been uploaded correctly in the relevant sections.We understand and recognise the benefits of using Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the workplace and are embracing AI where appropriate, to boost our productivity and streamline how we deliver our Council services efficiently; to provide the best possible outcomes for our residents and communities.&nbsp; However, we reserve the right to reject applications where it is apparent that AI-generated content has been used in isolation and without personalised responses. At Kingston&nbsp;we value authenticity and are looking for individuals who can clearly demonstrate their own skills, experience and motivation for the role that they are applying for and embrace and demonstrate our STAR&nbsp;values. Here at Kingston&nbsp;we have core values of Transparency and this is to be demonstrated during the application process and completion of the supporting statement and will be further tested at interview and selection stage for those who progress forward.The closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received, it is strongly advised that you complete and submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.&nbsp;As part of our award winning Diversity Programme we anonymise all applications received to reduce conscious and unconscious bias enabling every application to be reviewed on the knowledge, skills and experience shown in your application. We encourage our interview panels to be as diverse as possible (age, cultural, neurodiverse etc.) to reduce bias where possible. We are fully committed to removing barriers and enhancing the diversity of our workforce.Additional InformationWe are proud to be a diverse and welcoming Borough and we strive to create a workforce which reflects the community we serve, and instil a sense of belonging in our staff. We celebrate and respect differences and appreciate the value of having a diverse workforce, therefore we welcome applications from under represented groups.To support our workers and their families we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, staff engagement forums and inclusive staff networks who help drive our diversity agenda.We are also proud to be a disability confident employer and guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum essential criteria for a role. As an accredited London Living Wage Employer all our employees are guaranteed the London Living Wage regardless of their length or type of contract.The UK has a points-based immigration system affecting EU and Non-EU workers and sponsorship requirements. We advise checking the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/guidance/new-immigration-system-what-you-need-to-know" target="_blank">GOV.UK website</a> for right to work guidance. Sponsorship availability varies and is subject to eligibility requirements and budget limitations. As a result, we cannot guarantee sponsorship for all roles and will evaluate sponsorship requests on a case-by-case basis.





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London Borough of Sutton

HR Resourcing Associate

Royal Borough of Kingston Upon Thames

<h4>Why Southwark?</h4>Are you ready to redefine how pay, reward, and recognition work, within an organisation in a period of corporate wide change and big aspirations? At Southwark Council, we’re not standing still, we’re driving forward an ambitious people strategy that supports a high-performing, inclusive, and modern public service.Here’s what makes us stand out: <ul><li>Transformational Impact: Shape the future of our pay, reward, and benefits offer, influencing how 5,000+ employees are recognised and valued.</li><li>Leadership: Play a key role in successfully delivering legacy projects, business as usual and future reward scoping, including a full pay and grading review, while aligning with the council’s major ERP programme, Southwark 360</li><li>Values-Driven Culture: Be part of a proudly diverse, anti-racist, and inclusive organisation committed to equity and transparency in everything we do.</li></ul><h4>What You'll Be Doing</h4>We’re looking for an experienced and forward-thinking Pay and Reward Specialist to lead our reward portfolio. You’ll be at the heart of shaping policy, engaging stakeholders, and ensuring our people strategy underpins the success of Southwark 360.Key Responsibilities: <ul><li>Provide strategic direction for pay, performance management, benefits, and reward strategies across the Council.</li><li>Lead the review of pay and grading and non-financial recognition initiatives.</li><li>Ensure the effective application of reward policies including market supplements, recruitment and retention initiatives, incremental progression, and allowances including additional duties and acting up payments.</li><li>Partner with Trade Unions and senior HR leaders on pay negotiations and workforce consultation.</li><li>Drive the integration of pay and reward principles within the ERP implementation, improving governance and sustainability.</li><li>Conduct research, pay benchmarking, and policy development to shape evidence-based recommendations.</li><li>Champion equality, inclusion, and transparency across all pay and reward practices.</li><li>Lead and inspire a small, high-impact team delivering complex change at scale.</li></ul><h4>What We're Looking For</h4>You have a proven track record in reward transformation and systems implementation, ideally within Local Government or a similar large, complex unionised organisation. You bring: <ul><li>Deep expertise in pay and reward design, job evaluation, and related employment law.</li><li>Strong stakeholder management skills, with confidence navigating trade union engagement and pay negotiations, along with influencing senior leadership discussions and decisions.</li><li>A solutions-focused, proactive mindset with the ability to manage multiple workstreams in a dynamic environment.</li><li>Demonstrated ability to build trusted relationships with trade unions, HR colleagues and key partners.</li><li>A commitment to driving fairness, innovation, and inclusion in everything you deliver.</li><li>Strong communication, planning, and organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise workloads effectively.</li><li>Excellent interpersonal skills, tact, diplomacy, and a employee-focused mindset.</li><li>A proactive, enthusiastic professional with a passion for pay &amp; reward improvement.</li></ul><h4>Additional Information</h4>About Southwark CouncilSouthwark Council is the largest local authority social landlord in London, managing 55,000 homes lived in by 40% of Southwark’s residents. We are home to over 18,300 businesses including iconic London venues such as The Shard, The Tate Modern and Borough Market along with many social enterprises and we have a young, diverse, and growing population.At Southwark we are committed to making our borough just and fair and are taking positive action to tackle inequalities. Our residents and communities are our greatest asset and the passion we have for Southwark is shared by millions of Londoners who enjoy our outstanding cultural offer, use our hospitals, and attend our universities. Our refreshed borough plan and focus on Southwark Stands Together, (which is our work with Southwark’s communities and the council’s staff to tackle racism, injustice and inequality) underpins all that we do. Benefits and more information:<a href="https://jobs.southwark.gov.uk/why-us/" target="_blank">https://jobs.southwark.gov.uk/why-us/</a> Salary: £59,526 - £74,040 plus JNC annual allowance: £2,724Recruitment timetable:Application Closing Date: 11:59 PM on 9th of November 2025Internal Stakeholder Panel: Mon 24th of November 2025 (MS Teams)Interview Dates: Tues 25th of November 2025 (in person)We are an organisation who is passionate about our people and understands that richness of diversity is a requirement to provide the best possible services to our communities. This is demonstrated through our council-wide ambitious commitment to tackle racial inequality in our communities and workforce through our Southwark Stands Together initiative. We particularly welcome applications from members of the black, Asian, and ethnic minority communities to increase representation at senior management level in the Council.Guaranteed Interview SchemeAs part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role, and identify with one of the below criteria:<ul><li>Members of the Armed Forces and veterans</li><li>Are currently in care, or have previously been in care</li><li>If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition.</li></ul>We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role, in which case we will move the key dates for the process. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. #LI-PC1 Attachments<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com//tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PEHFK026203F3VBQB796G7VQF&amp;nDocumentID=2642164&amp;ptId=109119" target="_blank">Job Description &amp; Person Specification</a></li></ul>





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Southwark Council

Pay and Reward Specialist

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Job Title:&nbsp;Workforce Data Analyst- Workforce Transformation Programme
Language:&nbsp;UK
Company:
Job Location:
Location:
Region:&nbsp;London
Country:&nbsp;United Kingdom
Organisation:&nbsp;Hackney Council Anonymous Apps &gt; Chief Executive's
Job Number:&nbsp;HCAA02649
Service:&nbsp;OD
DBS Required:&nbsp;No
Organisation Logo:&nbsp;Hackney Council
Salary: £58,551 - £59,574
Agreement Type:&nbsp;Fixed Term / Secondment
Work Pattern:&nbsp;Full Time
Contracted Hours:&nbsp;36
Grade:&nbsp;PO6
SCP Range: £58,551 - £59,574
18 Months Fixed Term Contract /Secondment Opportunity
Be the Catalyst for Change
Join the Workforce Transformation Programme at Hackney Council, one of the UK’s most diverse and highest-performing local authorities. This is more than an HR role—it’s an opportunity to inspire real change.
We are looking for a Workforce Data Analyst to be at the heart of one of the most ambitious organisational change agendas in local government. You will report to the Workforce Transformation Programme Head of HR &amp; OD, working to shape a workforce that is dynamic, forward-thinking, and inclusive, reflecting the borough we serve.
As a key member of the Workforce Transformation Programme team, you will support the delivery of our corporate change programme, driving initiatives that improve outcomes for residents and empower our people to thrive.
In this strategic role, you will be responsible for providing the data and insights necessary to embed new ways of working and support cultural change across all Directorates.
Why Work for Hackney Council?
At Hackney Council, your role isn't just a job - it's a chance to make a tangible impact. We are proud of our progressive approach and our unwavering commitment to social justice, diversity, and inclusion. We are committed to being a place for everyone; where residents and staff can be proud; a place that celebrates diversity and where everyone can feel valued, included, and involved.
A Place to Grow and Develop:&nbsp;We look for people who are Proud, Ambitious, Pioneering, Open, Proactive, and Inclusive. Our culture is built on a shared commitment to our goals as an organisation, with staff who are highly dedicated to serving our residents.
Investment in Your Success:&nbsp;We are committed to making sure staff have the right tools to do the job and the best working environments, fostering an open, collaborative, and creative culture for you to succeed.
Driving Local Impact:&nbsp;Your work will ensure our people are equipped to meet the Mayor’s key priorities: a fairer, safer Hackney; a greener, healthier Hackney; and every child supported to thrive.
Embracing Diversity:&nbsp;We work to eradicate discrimination and actively welcome applications from disabled people and those interested in flexible working.
This means you will be involved in:
- Enabling strategic workforce planning and resource allocation.
- Supporting equitable and inclusive employment practices.
- Improving workforce engagement, retention, and performance outcomes.
- Strengthening the council’s reputation as a data-driven, inclusive, and high-performing employer.
What We're Looking For
You'll be someone who can inspire confidence at all levels, build strong relationships with trade unions and senior stakeholders, and deliver against high expectations.
- A strong HR and OD background.
- Experience in complex workforce changes.
- A deep understanding of the local government context.
- You will bring integrity, clarity, and a solution-focused approach to everything you do.
As a Council, our most outstanding asset is our staff, who are highly dedicated to serving our residents and committed to our goals as an organisation.
If you want to work in a place where you can represent our values so we achieve the best for our residents, please click on the apply button below.
We operate a fair and open anonymous selection process. Therefore, we do not accept supporting statements or CV’s.
To proceed with your application, you will need to create an account and submit your application.
As part of the application process, you will need to complete a number of competency based questions. These questions allow you to demonstrate your suitability for the role and provide examples of your skills, knowledge and experience outlined in the job description.
We understand the benefits of using AI in the workplace. However, if you are thinking of using this tool to submit your application, we ask you to think about what value it will add. AI tools tend to lack the personal touch and authenticity we value in candidates. We encourage you to showcase your unique knowledge and skills using your own voice.
This application process replaces a supporting statement.
Prior to applying for a vacancy for a secondment opportunity, please liaise with your line manager and inform them of your interest in applying for the role.
Closing date for applications: 12 November 2025 (22:59)
Interview date: 27 November 2025
We are also working towards our vision, which is to be a place for everyone; where residents and staff can be proud; a place that celebrates diversity and where everyone can feel valued, included and involved. In order to achieve this, we look for people who are: Proud; Ambitious; Pioneering; Open; Proactive; Inclusive.
Hackney Council works to eradicate discrimination on the basis of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation. We also recognise that people can be disadvantaged by their social and economic circumstances, so we will also work to eliminate discrimination and disadvantage caused by social class. We also welcome those interested in flexible working. We particularly welcome applications from disabled people, as this group is currently under represented in our workforce.
The Council has a dedicated employment support service (Hackney Works), which offers Hackney residents guidance in relation to applying for jobs.
If you are thinking about applying for a job, please contact the Hackney Works team to find out what support is available:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:hackneyworks@hackney.gov.uk" target="_blank">hackneyworks@hackney.gov.uk</a>







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London Borough of Hackney

Workforce Data Analyst- Workforce Transformation Programme

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Job Title:&nbsp;Policy &amp; Employee Relations / Change Consultant (Workforce Transformation Programme)
Language:&nbsp;UK
Company:
Job Location:
Location:
Region:&nbsp;London
Country:&nbsp;United Kingdom
Organisation:&nbsp;Hackney Council Anonymous Apps &gt; Chief Executive's
Job Number:&nbsp;HCAA02650
Service:&nbsp;OD
DBS Required:&nbsp;No
Organisation Logo:&nbsp;Hackney Council
Salary:&nbsp;per Min Max In
Agreement Type:&nbsp;Fixed Term / Secondment
Work Pattern:&nbsp;Full Time
Contracted Hours:&nbsp;36
Grade:&nbsp;PO6
SCP Range:&nbsp;£58,551 - £59,574
18 Months Fixed Term Contract /Secondment Opportunity
Become a Policy &amp; Employee Relations / Change Consultant with Hackney Council: Drive Transformation in an Ambitious and Inclusive Borough!
Are you a highly skilled HR professional with expertise in Policy development, Employee Relations and Change Management? Do you want your work to make a tangible impact on one of London's most dynamic and diverse boroughs?
Hackney Council is looking for a Policy &amp; Employee Relations / Change Consultant (Workforce Transformation Programme) to join our team in the Chief Executive Directorate. This is a unique opportunity to contribute meaningfully to an organisation that is Open, Inclusive, Ambitious, Pioneering, Proactive, and Proud of what we do.
As a Change Consultant, you will deliver a professional Human Resources Advisory and Policy service to a range of customers. You will be an expert, providing specialist ER advice and guidance to management, enabling them to take informed action in the management of their staff.
Why Work for Hackney Council?
At Hackney Council, your role isn't just a job, it's a chance to make a tangible impact, directly benefiting the residents of Hackney. We are focused on making Hackney a place for everyone, where all residents have a chance to lead healthy and successful lives.
A Place to Grow and Develop: We believe our staff are what makes Hackney Council great. We are committed to fostering an open, collaborative, and creative culture where you can succeed.
Investment in Your Success: We continually invest in making sure our staff have the right tools to do the job and the best working environments. You will be expected to make effective use of systems and technology to improve the delivery of a modern, customer-focused HR service.
High-Performing and Diverse: Hackney is one of the UK's most diverse and highest-performing local authorities. You will thrive on challenge and change.
Meaningful Impact: Your work will support Hackney's mission, ensuring excellent services, thriving businesses, and outstanding public spaces.
Key Responsibilities Include:
Policy &amp; Projects: Work collaboratively across the HR function to deliver HR-wide strategic projects and continuously review and improve people management policy and procedures.
Expert Advice: Act as a lead consultant providing consistent, expert advice on employee relations matters (including grievance, disciplinary, absence management, and performance) and change management (including TUPE and Redundancy)
Consultancy: Advise management in undertaking formal processes, including liaison with Trade Unions and supporting managers in the presentation of cases at hearings or tribunals.
Equality and Diversity: Ensure Equality, diversity, inclusion and belonging are embedded in all advice, guidance, and decision making.
What You'll Bring
We are looking for someone with proven experience and knowledge, with the ability to work flexibly to meet demand.
You will have:
Experience in advising and supporting managers through change processes and a wide range of operational HR and employee relations matters.
Strong knowledge and understanding of current employment legislation and policies and procedures, translating this into practical, solution-focused advice.
An understanding of Local Government / Public Sector terms and conditions and experience in working with trade unions in a highly unionised environment is desired.
The ability to build and maintain strong collaborative working relationships with management at all levels.
While no mandatory qualifications are required, you should have good generalist HR and/or employee law knowledge, which may be evidenced by being a Member of the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD) or equivalent.
If you are ready to take ownership of the customer journey, be an employee change consultant, and use your expertise to shape the workforce of a pioneering local authority, apply today!
Ready to start your journey with Hackney? Apply now and help us continue to make Hackney a place where everyone can be proud!
As a Council, our most outstanding asset is our staff, who are highly dedicated to serving our residents and committed to our goals as an organisation.
If you want to work in a place where you can represent our values so we achieve the best for our residents, please click on the apply button below.
We operate a fair and open anonymous selection process. Therefore, we do not accept supporting statements or CV’s.
To proceed with your application, you will need to create an account and submit your application.
As part of the application process, you will need to complete a number of competency based questions. These questions allow you to demonstrate your suitability for the role and provide examples of your skills, knowledge and experience outlined in the job description.
We understand the benefits of using AI in the workplace. However, if you are thinking of using this tool to submit your application, we ask you to think about what value it will add. AI tools tend to lack the personal touch and authenticity we value in candidates. We encourage you to showcase your unique knowledge and skills using your own voice.
This application process replaces a supporting statement.
Prior to applying for a vacancy for a secondment opportunity, please liaise with your line manager and inform them of your interest in applying for the role.
Closing date for applications: 16 November 2025 (22:59)
Interview date: 01 December 2025
We are also working towards our vision, which is to be a place for everyone; where residents and staff can be proud; a place that celebrates diversity and where everyone can feel valued, included and involved. In order to achieve this, we look for people who are: Proud; Ambitious; Pioneering; Open; Proactive; Inclusive.
Hackney Council works to eradicate discrimination on the basis of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation. We also recognise that people can be disadvantaged by their social and economic circumstances, so we will also work to eliminate discrimination and disadvantage caused by social class. We also welcome those interested in flexible working. We particularly welcome applications from disabled people, as this group is currently under represented in our workforce.
The Council has a dedicated employment support service (Hackney Works), which offers Hackney residents guidance in relation to applying for jobs.
If you are thinking about applying for a job, please contact the Hackney Works team to find out what support is available:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:hackneyworks@hackney.gov.uk" target="_blank">hackneyworks@hackney.gov.uk</a>






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Policy & Employee Relations / Change Consultant (Workforce Transformation Programme)

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Job Title:&nbsp;Strategic HR and OD Business Partner (Workforce Transformation Programme)
Language:&nbsp;UK
Company:
Job Location:
Location:
Region:&nbsp;London
Country:&nbsp;United Kingdom
Organisation:&nbsp;Hackney Council Anonymous Apps &gt; Chief Executive's
Job Number:&nbsp;HCAA02646
Service:&nbsp;OD
DBS Required:&nbsp;No
Organisation Logo:&nbsp;Hackney Council
Salary:&nbsp;per Min Max In
Agreement Type:&nbsp;Fixed Term / Secondment
Work Pattern:&nbsp;Full Time
Contracted Hours:&nbsp;36
Grade:&nbsp;PO8
SCP Range:&nbsp;£63,816 - £64,938
18 Months Fixed Term Contract / Secondment Opportunity
Are you a highly strategic, expert-level HR and Organisational Development (OD) professional ready to partner with senior leaders to drive significant workforce change?
Hackney Council, one of the UK's most diverse and highest-performing local authorities, is seeking a Strategic HR &amp; OD Business Partner to shape the future of our workforce through the Workforce Transformation Programme!
At Hackney, we don't just talk about change, we live it. We are Open, Inclusive, Ambitious, Pioneering, Proactive, and Proud of our borough and our work. We believe our staff is what makes Hackney Council great, and we thrive on challenge and change. This is your opportunity to step into a high-impact role and make a meaningful, tangible contribution to the lives of our residents.
Why Choose Hackney Council?
Working for Hackney Council offers a unique opportunity to contribute meaningfully to one of London's most dynamic and diverse boroughs
A Place to Succeed:&nbsp;We are dedicated to fostering an open, collaborative, and creative culture for you to succeed. As a Strategic HR &amp; OD Business Partner, you will be a supportive, objective-focused coach/critical friend to local leaders, ensuring every corner of the organisation gets the best out of their people.
Invested in You:&nbsp;We continually invest in making sure staff have the right tools to do the job and the best working environments. We encourage managers toward management independence by streamlining processes, creating toolkits, and maximising ICT functionality.
Strategic Impact:&nbsp;Your role is a chance to move beyond transactional HR. You will be a Change Ambassador, challenging conventional thinking, and influencing the planning and approaches to service design to help shape and adapt operating models. You'll use people analytics data to provide robust evidence that supports leadership decision-making.
Growth and Development:&nbsp;Hackney Council is a place where you can grow and develop. You will be working at a highly developed and complex level of knowledge, leading and contributing to the continuous development of HR and OD provision and corporate planning
As a Strategic HR &amp; OD Business Partner, you are the lead conduit between the business and the wider HR &amp; OD teams. You will be responsible for partnering with specific council departments to provide strategic leadership with a people/HR &amp; OD focus.
Your main accountabilities include:
Strategic Partnership: Working in partnership with local leaders, you will provide advice, guidance, and support on the full range of HR and OD activities
Workforce Transformation: Lead on and support the people implications of change, including supporting managers with restructures and business re-engineering, and providing guidance for local change projects to ensure corporate strategies are adopted and embedded.
Professional Leadership: Lead on HR-wide strategic projects,contributing to strategic thinking and planning across the HR and OD service. You may also be required to plan the workload of a Change Consultant
Data-Driven Decisions: Share workforce data through a dashboard to help inform Directorate level people plans and actively advise services on their performance against key HR Metrics
What You'll Need to Succeed
We are looking for a highly credible and experienced HR professional with the ability to inspire, motivate, and influence at the most senior levels.
Experience:&nbsp;You'll need significant experience in advising all levels of management on HR and/or OD disciplines, including applying judgment to non-standard employee relations cases. Proven experience in building strong partnerships with a broad range of stakeholders, including working effectively with Trade Unions is essential
Knowledge:&nbsp;You will possess a highly developed, in-depth understanding of employee relations, people management, and organisational development and its contribution to managing and developing the workforce. An excellent working knowledge of legislation, statutory guidance, and the ability to identify areas of risk is a must
Skills:&nbsp;Strong analytical skills are required to interpret complex data and legislation, and develop creative and workable solutions. You must be able to work quickly and accurately, prioritising work with conflicting deadlines, and adapting quickly to changing circumstances.
If you possess a Master’s degree, MCIPD, or equivalent experience, and are ready to be a role model for good management practices, we encourage you to apply!
Ready to use your strategic expertise to drive organisational transformation? Apply today!
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Closing date for applications: 05 November 2025 (22:59)
Interview date: 20 November 2025
We are also working towards our vision, which is to be a place for everyone; where residents and staff can be proud; a place that celebrates diversity and where everyone can feel valued, included and involved. In order to achieve this, we look for people who are: Proud; Ambitious; Pioneering; Open; Proactive; Inclusive.
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Strategic HR and OD Business Partner (Workforce Transformation Programme)

<h4>The role</h4>You’ll lead our HR Systems and Data team, ensuring the Council can access the right information, at the right time, to make better decisions. This role is about making our systems reliable, easier to use and genuinely useful - from day-to-day reporting through to automation and systems improvements that save time and reduce risk. You’ll work in collaboration with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders ensuring our people data is clean, secure and well governed.A significant part of the role will support the Southwark360 programme and the roll-out of SAP SuccessFactors, but the role is broader than project delivery. You’ll own a steady programme of improvement across all HR systems, drive analytics and MI, and help embed practical changes so managers and staff get real benefit from our systems.Key responsibilities:<ul><li>Leading the HR Systems &amp; Data team to deliver a modern, insight-led service.</li><li>Supporting the implementation, optimisation, and ongoing development of SAP SuccessFactors as part of the S360 Programme.</li><li>Managing supplier relationships and vendor contracts to ensure best value and service.</li><li>Driving data integrity, automation and reporting to improve HR decision-making.</li><li>Ensuring system security and compliance with GDPR and council data standards.</li><li>Championing innovation and continuous improvement across HR technology.</li></ul>What you'll bring:You’ll be an experienced HR systems lead who combines strong technical knowledge with a strategic mindset. You’ll thrive in a fast-paced environment, bringing the confidence to influence, the curiosity to innovate, and the leadership to deliver lasting impact.You’ll have a solid understanding of HR systems and how people data can transform the way we work. Equally, you’ll be a collaborative leader with the ability to build relationships, motivate your team and work across multiple stakeholders to deliver change.<ul><li>Proven experience leading HRIS or ERP implementation, ideally SAP SuccessFactors.</li><li>Strong track record in HR systems transformation and optimisation.</li><li>Excellent understanding of HR data, reporting and GDPR compliance.</li><li>Experience managing external vendors and system partners.</li><li>Strong analytical, problem-solving and communication skills.</li><li>Inclusive leadership approach and a commitment to continuous improvement.</li><li>Experience of working in a large, complex organisation undergoing change.</li></ul><h4>About the service</h4>At Southwark, we’re proud to be one of London’s most ambitious and forward-thinking councils, serving a diverse community and workforce of over 5,000 people.You’ll join the HR and Organisational Development (HR&amp;OD) team at an important time. The Southwark360 (S360) Programme is transforming how we work - bringing together HR, Finance and Payroll through the implementation of SAP SuccessFactors, a modern, cloud-based ERP platform.This role sits at the heart of that transformation, ensuring our systems, data and analytics enable smarter decisions, better services and a more connected workforce. You’ll be part of a collaborative, inclusive and forward-thinking HR function, shaping how digital transformation improves the way we serve our people and our borough.-<h4>Why Southwark?</h4>Southwark Council is the largest local authority social landlord in London, managing 55,000 homes lived in by 40% of Southwark’s residents. We are home to over 18,300 businesses including iconic London venues such as The Shard, The Tate Modern and Borough Market along with conservation areas, historic buildings, social enterprises and a young, diverse, and growing population. At Southwark we are committed to making our borough just and fair and are taking positive action to tackle inequalities. Our residents and communities are our greatest asset and the passion we have for Southwark is shared by millions of Londoners who enjoy our outstanding cultural offer, use our hospitals, and attend our universities. Our refreshed borough plan and focus on Southwark 2030 and Southwark Stands Together, underpins all that we do.-<h4>Additional details</h4>This post attracts an additional financial benefits package of £2,724 per annum (pro rata April-March) which can be used towards: gym membership, health insurance, season ticket purchase, bicycle purchase, additional voluntary contribution to pension, subscriptions and professional fees, or taken as a cashable sum, which will be paid monthly.Full time, 36 hours per week, Monday to Friday.Employee benefitsYou’ll join a motivated, driven, and supportive team that values each of its members and strives for excellence. You’ll also be part of a successful, high-achieving development team making a real difference to the lives of residents across the borough. In return for all your hard work, skills and experience, you will receive:<ul><li>A competitive base salary (pro rata for part time staff)</li><li>Strong supportive senior management team</li><li>Regular one to one supervision</li><li>Professional development &amp; training opportunities</li><li>Clear career development pathways</li><li>Agile and flexible working arrangements</li><li>Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)</li><li>Season ticket and cycle loans</li><li>Annual Leave starting at 29 days per year, increasing to 37 (with length of service) (pro rata for part time staff)</li><li>Wellbeing programme</li><li>HSF Health plan and eye care scheme</li><li>EAP employee assistance programme, confidential counselling and support</li><li>Social clubs and staff groups</li></ul>Guaranteed Interview SchemeAs part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role, and identify with one of the below criteria:<ul><li>Members of the Armed Forces and veterans</li><li>Are currently in care, or have previously been in care</li><li>If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition</li></ul>Recruitment timeable:Closing date: Sunday 16th November 2025 at 23:59**We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role, in which case we will move the key dates for the process. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.Interview date: to be confirmed#LI-PC1Attachments<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com//tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PEHFK026203F3VBQB796G7VQF&amp;nDocumentID=2638800&amp;ptId=108759" target="_blank">Click here to view the Job Description and Person Specifcation</a></li></ul>





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