Human Resources Manager

Overview We are seeking a skilled and experienced Human Resources Manager to join our team on a temporary basis. This is an exciting opportunity to play a pivotal role in managing and supporting the human resources functions within our City and Neighbourhood Services Department. If you are passionate about HR, have a strong background in employee relations, and thrive in a dynamic, multi-disciplined environment, we encourage you to apply. 💼✨ 🧳 Job Title: Human Resources Manager - Management 🕐 Hours Per Week: 37 📍 Job Location: 4-10 Linenhall Street, Belfast, BT2 8BP, United Kingdom 💰 Rate: PAYE: £27.71 per hour 🔍 Responsibilities As the Human Resources Manager, you will: * ✅ Provide expert advice and guidance to senior managers and staff on HR matters, including employee relations, attendance management, training and development, and employee resourcing. * ✅ Oversee the implementation and compliance of HR policies, ensuring alignment with relevant legislation and best practices. * ✅ Manage and supervise departmental HR staff, ensuring efficient and effective service delivery. * ✅ Lead investigations and hearings related to disciplinary, grievance, and capability matters. * ✅ Monitor and manage attendance, including compliance with absence management policies and procedures. * ✅ Collaborate with corporate HR to oversee recruitment, workforce planning, and agency worker engagement. * ✅ Develop and implement departmental learning and development strategies. * ✅ Contribute to the formulation and review of council and departmental policies, strategies, and performance indicators. * ✅ Maintain accurate personnel records and ensure compliance with data protection legislation. * ✅ Represent the department in consultative meetings with trade unions and staff representatives. 📜 Qualifications To be considered for this role, you must meet the following criteria: Must-Haves 🏅 * 🎓 Hold a third-level qualification in a relevant subject such as Human Resource Management, Business Studies, or an equivalent qualification. * 🌟 Be a current, full professional member of the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD) (Associate, Chartered Member, or Chartered Fellow). * 📋 Have at least two years of relevant experience managing HR issues at a middle management level in a large, multi-disciplined, unionised organisation (100+ employees). * Proven experience with: * ✔️ Providing advice and support on HR and employee relations issues, including recruitment, disciplinary, grievance, and attendance management. * ✔️ Managing HR and employee relations in line with policies, procedures, and legislative requirements. * ✔️ Supervising and managing staff using performance management principles. Nice-to-Haves 🌟 * ➕ Three years of relevant experience in the areas mentioned above. * ➕ A higher relevant qualification, such as a Master’s in Human Resource Management or equivalent. 🔧 Day-to-Day 🤝 Collaborate with senior managers to address HR and employee relations issues. ✅ Oversee recruitment activities and workforce planning within the department. 📊 Monitor and report on attendance and absence management to ensure policy compliance. 🕵️ Conduct investigations, hearings, and consultations with trade unions and staff representatives. 📁 Maintain accurate HR records while ensuring compliance with data protection regulations. 🏋️ Support the development and implementation of departmental learning and development strategies. 🙋 Supervise and manage HR staff, ensuring effective service delivery and continuous improvement. 🎁 Benefits 💷 Competitive hourly rate: £27.71 🌐 Flexible working arrangements, including the possibility of working remotely up to two days per week after training. 🤝 Opportunity to work with a dynamic, large, and unionised organisation. 🌟 Gain valuable leadership experience within a public sector environment. 🏆 Contribute to meaningful HR initiatives impacting the organisation and its dedicated employees. If you are a dedicated HR professional with a passion for driving positive change and supporting organisational success, we want to hear from you! 🚀 Apply now to join our team and make a difference