Deputy Director for People

Do you have what it takes to inspire and motivate the people teams to achieve excellence in service delivery? Although having experience within the NHS is not essential to apply for this role, it would be highly advantageous to have an understanding of healthcare and/or working within a large complex environment. (Our health board has close to 14,000 staff) We are seeking an individual who possesses a thorough understanding of how government strategies impact at the local level and a comprehensive understanding of the role and purpose of our organisation. Expertise in change management, workforce and organisational development, and in-depth professional knowledge are essential, as well expertise in employment legislation. FCIPD membership and masters degree in a relevant discipline are desirable. We would require an individual with specialist knowledge and experience of undertaking complex negotiations and highly effective influencing skills. In addition, the ability to contribute to the strategic thinking and direction of the organisation. Therefore the successful candidate must have considerable experience at a managerial level within HR. Significant experience of operating at senior management level including preparation/presentation of papers for Board will be required, as well as significant experience and understanding of Organisational Development and Human Resources practices. The ability to speak Welsh is desirable, although not essential for this role. All applicants are invited to apply in Welsh or English, and no preference will be given to applications submitted in either language. The full job description and person specification for this role and staff benefits are available as attachments when you click 'apply'. If you have any questions about the application process for this vacancy, you can reach out to Emily Summerhayes, Attraction and Resourcing Lead via We provide healthcare services to people living in Bridgend, Merthyr Tydfil and Rhondda Cynon Taf county borough areas, serving a population of around 450,000. We are ideally situated between Waless capital city, Porthcawl to the west, and the stunning scenery in the Brecon Beacons. Our vision is to care for our communities and patients by preventing ill-health, promoting better health, providing excellent services and reducing the need for inpatient care wherever possible through the provision of strengthened home, primary and community care. We value the diversity of our staff and welcome applications from people from protected groups under the Equality Act 2010, this specifically includes age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/reassignment, race/nationality, religion/belief, disability, pregnancy and maternity and marriage and civil partnership. Cwm Taf Morgannwg is a Living Wage Employer. Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form. You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.