People Services Business Partner

People Services Business Partner | Staffordshire | 18 Month Fixed Term Contract | £50,000 - £53,000 | Public Sector

Castlefield are seeking a skilled and experienced People Services Business Partner to join a Public Sector organisation based in Staffordshire on a 18 month fixed term basis.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the development and implementation of People Plans that align with the corporate strategy to drive organisational and cultural change
• Facilitate the creation of local engagement, reward, and recognition plans to enhance employee engagement and performance
• Provide expert advice and coaching to line managers to improve team performance, talent management, and succession planning
• Lead the people aspects of business change programmes, including managing restructuring and consultation processes with employees and unions.
• Manage complex employee relations cases, providing leadership and guidance where needed
• Contribute to monthly SMT reports and directorate scorecards by analysing relevant data
• Lead TUPE transfers (both in and out), managing the process and liaising with unions and employee representatives
• Support the development and simplification of the recruitment and onboarding platform to improve candidate and customer experiences
• Monitor and update people policies, processes, and Equality Impact Assessments to ensure compliance with legislation and maintain alignment with the organisation's ethos
• Lead and support various project workstreams aligned with organisational goals.

Skills:

• Strong leadership skills with experience managing teams and developing performance
• In-depth knowledge of employee relations, talent management, and succession planning
• Proven experience with TUPE transfers, business change processes, and organisational restructuring
• Expertise in HR analytics and using data to inform decisions
• Sound understanding of employment law and its impact on organisational practices
• Strong communication and coaching skills, with the ability to influence and support managers at all levels
• Ability to manage complex situations with professionalism and integrity