Our public client is looking to recruit a Lead/HR Consultant on a 3 month initial contract to provide HR advice and operational support to managers and employees within a dedicated business area.

To contribute to the effective running of the Human Resource Advisory Service by working flexibly across all directorates and ensuring a professional and high quality service is delivered at all times.

To manage complex case work using a variety of approaches and to lead on specific projects as directed by the Human Resource Managers.

Experience

* Demonstrable experience at HR Adviser level of working in a busy and pressurised human resources environment.

* Experience of working in a unionised environment.

* Demonstrable experience of working with managers to progress case work including complex cases and organisational change.

* Demonstrable experience of working with computerised information systems.

* Experience of delivering training to address business needs.

Skills and attributes

* Adaptable, receptive to new ideas and willing to adjust to new demands and circumstances.

* Displays a high level of personal 'drive' and energy and shows a capacity for sustained effort and performance.

* Ability to allocate, co-ordinate and prioritise tasks and meet deadlines

* Sound written and oral communication skills

* Ability to analyse statistical information

* Ability to use own initiative and to solve problems

* Ability to work as a flexible and effective team member

* Ability to negotiate and influence others

* Commitment to provide an efficient, effective and customer focused service

* Demonstrable commitment to equality of opportunity

* Evidence of commitment to personal development

Job Related Education, Qualifications & Knowledge

* Fully CIPD qualified or NVQ level 3 or 4 or equivalent relevant HR experience in a complex organisation.

* Up to date understanding of employment legislation, and ability to apply knowledge in a practical way.

Essential Experience - Trade unions, employee relations & casework

If this role is of interest then please apply immediately