Assistant HR Manager

Assistant HR Project Manager
Contract length: Initially 3 months
Hours per week: 37 hours per week
Location: Portsmouth City Council – hybrid working available
Salary: £26lt per hour
About the Company
This company is a small but dynamic organisation that values its employees and is committed to making a positive difference in the community.

With less than 250 employees, everyone works closely with the Chief Executive and Deputy Chief Executive.

The HR service provides a full range of HR and Organisational Development functions to the council's employees and a range of external clients.
About the Role
As the Assistant Project Manager, you will work directly with a range of departments across the Borough Council, developing HR solutions in respect of the business needs of the departments, aligned to the strategic objectives of the Borough Council.

You will have the opportunity to work with directors and other senior managers in service departments honing your skills to support the wider transformational agenda.
Key Responsibilities

Develop HR solutions in respect of the business needs of the departments
Work with services to help them diagnose issues and enable them to focus on outcomes
Brokering the necessary support to achieve outcomes
Help services to navigate complex employee relations matters dealing personally with these where required
Ensure that HR solutions are aligned to the strategic objectives of the Borough Council

Requirements

Relevant HR qualification and be a member of the CIPD
Credibility as an HR professional, with experience of working at a Managerial HR level, with the ability to quickly attain the trust and confidence of others and work effectively as a team player
Extensive experience and knowledge of HR practice and employment law and have a track record of having worked successfully with trade unions

How to Apply
If you are interested in this Assistant Project Manager role and meet the above requirements, please apply with your updated CV and a cover letter.