Assistant HR Business Partner

**Job Description** 

We are seeking a highly motivated Assistant HR Business Partner to join our local government client in Swindon, Wiltshire. To provide HR support and assistance to the HR Operations team and give advice and guidance to managers and staff. Support, coach, challenge, and empower Directorate line managers in managing people issues (e.g. Disciplinary, Grievance, etc.) Dealing with local trade union (TU) representatives in relation to individual cases or local collective issues; Build and maintain relationships with line managers, employees and TU representatives across the Directorate(s) to ensure positive interactions and speedy resolution of any issues that arise. Will be required 2-3 days per week, and as and when required for meetings.

**Responsibilities** 

Responsible for screening all vacancies, identifying potential redeployment opportunities for employees on the redeployment register and assisting in matching them to suitable alternative jobs.

Undertake effective Job Evaluations, drawing on benchmarking data and ensuring a fair, consistent and objective assessment

**Qualifications – Essential** 

• GCSE (or equivalent) in English Language and Mathematics. 
• CIPD qualified, or working towards this, with experience of working effectively in a complex organisation. 
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, Outlook, as well as social media and CRM systems.

**Criteria for Shortlisting - About You - What We're Looking for in the Ideal Candidate: ** 

• A proven track record of providing clear, balanced advice and guidance to Senior Managers on HR issues
• Experience of working in an HR Department in a customer-focused organisation, proactively facilitating and leading change
• Significant experience in casework management; disciplinary, grievance, attendance and well-being, conduct and performance.
• Up-to-date employment law knowledge, practical application of case management and ability to apply and implement process and policy change.
• Solid Understanding and experience in applying employee relations and employment practices in order to manage employee issues.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to evaluate data and establish key insights
• Ability to interpret financial, people and performance data and commentaries
• Ability to review and challenge content provided by other team members and local HR teams
• Able to integrate external sources of data where necessary (e.g. using CIPD / ACAS websites)
• Evaluates current situation based on previous experience; identifies advanced implications/ conclusions from the logical analysis of a complex situation or issue.
• Ensure data from all relevant sources can be gathered to assess complex problems and come up with the most appropriate solution
• Ability to challenge and influence, as well as take ownership and responsibility
• Can work effectively with people at all levels and build strong relationships

**Compliance Requirements** 

• Three years of references required. 
• Willingness to engage in the Pre-Engagement Questionnaire and mandatory pre-screening application process. 

Diamond Blaque Group, a leading public-sector provider, is acting as the employment Agency for this vacancy. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment that values diversity and equal opportunity in the workplace.