HR Officer - Advisory and Case Management
| Posting date: | 30 June 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £27,711.00 to £37,035 per year |
| Additional salary information: | A competitive salary Generous annual leave entitlement Access to an occupational pension scheme A range of employee benefits including; public transport and gym memberships discount |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 13 July 2025 |
| Location: | Wakefield One, Burton St, Wakefield WF1 2EB |
| Remote working: | Hybrid - work remotely up to 2 days per week |
| Company: | Wakefield Council |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 243377 |
Summary
This role is a perfect opportunity to further develop your HR skills and experience within a busy and supportive team.
You will provide business focussed, pragmatic HR advice and support to the Council and schools on the management of complex and sensitive cases relating to Conduct, Performance and Resolution; and will play a vital role in coaching and supporting mangers in line with policy and procedure.
Applications are encouraged from HR professionals who can demonstrate understanding of the application of employment legislation in a large and diverse organisation. You will be flexible, creative and have a high level of interpersonal skills, with the ability to create positive influence.
Like many local authorities, Wakefield Council is facing unprecedented financial challenges, whilst we are in a strong position and have effectively managed the challenges so far, we know that we must stay ahead of the game. The HR function is critical to the Councils future strategic planning, we aim to be one of the best performing councils in the country, with the best people working for us.
What we offer in return:
A supportive and encouraging team
Professional development
Flexi scheme
Hybrid working
Generous holiday entitlement
Access to the Council’s Employee Assistance Programme
Discounted and subsidised public transport (Arriva Bus Annual Travel Ticket, MetroCard)
Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
Great range of benefits including discounted membership to our excellent leisure facilities, discounts for a range of retail, entertainment, health and leisure providers, cycle to work scheme and many more.
Want to Know More?
If you would like to know more about the role, the recruitment process or working for Wakefield Council feel free to contact Claire Keighley.
Tel: 01924 305458
E-mail: ckeighley@wakefield.gov.uk
You will provide business focussed, pragmatic HR advice and support to the Council and schools on the management of complex and sensitive cases relating to Conduct, Performance and Resolution; and will play a vital role in coaching and supporting mangers in line with policy and procedure.
Applications are encouraged from HR professionals who can demonstrate understanding of the application of employment legislation in a large and diverse organisation. You will be flexible, creative and have a high level of interpersonal skills, with the ability to create positive influence.
Like many local authorities, Wakefield Council is facing unprecedented financial challenges, whilst we are in a strong position and have effectively managed the challenges so far, we know that we must stay ahead of the game. The HR function is critical to the Councils future strategic planning, we aim to be one of the best performing councils in the country, with the best people working for us.
What we offer in return:
A supportive and encouraging team
Professional development
Flexi scheme
Hybrid working
Generous holiday entitlement
Access to the Council’s Employee Assistance Programme
Discounted and subsidised public transport (Arriva Bus Annual Travel Ticket, MetroCard)
Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
Great range of benefits including discounted membership to our excellent leisure facilities, discounts for a range of retail, entertainment, health and leisure providers, cycle to work scheme and many more.
Want to Know More?
If you would like to know more about the role, the recruitment process or working for Wakefield Council feel free to contact Claire Keighley.
Tel: 01924 305458
E-mail: ckeighley@wakefield.gov.uk