People Management Practice Lead

1 month ago

Dorchester, United Kingdom Dorset Councils Full time

Organisation
- Dorset Council
- Location
- Dorchester, United Kingdom
- Reference
- REC/23/02203
- Occupational group
- Human Resources
- Salary details
- £39,493-£45,495
- Job term
- Full Time
- Appointment type
- Permanent
- Contact
- Natalie Adam
- Contact telephone
- 01305221785
- Closing Date
- 28 August 2023 11:00 PM

**People Management Practice Lead**

**37 hours per week, permanent**

**Salary £39,493 - £45,495**

**Dorchester, combined with home-working**

Join us at Dorset Council and be part of a transformative journey that empowers employees, enables excellence, and shapes the future of HR.

**What’s in it for you**:
We prioritise investing in our employees' growth and development, ensuring you have the support and resources needed to thrive. You will have access to a variety of development opportunities, empowering you to continually enhance your skills and knowledge. Your success is important to us, and we are dedicated to providing the resources and support you need to thrive.

Collaboration is at the heart of Dorset Council. Working with a diverse range of people across the organisation and engaging stakeholders such as Trade Unions, you will build valuable relationships and contribute to the improvement of employee experience. Your work will have a direct impact on enhancing the lives of our employees, enabling them to reach their full potential.

As the People Management Practice Lead, you will have the freedom to unleash your creativity and innovative thinking. We encourage you to challenge the status quo, question existing practices, and bring fresh perspectives to policy development. You will have the opportunity to lead crucial initiatives for the council, driving meaningful change that shapes the future of the council and how we deliver HR services.

At Dorset Council, we are building dynamic teams with the right skills, experience, and values to revolutionise our HR service. By leveraging technology, data analytics, and a strong focus on employee experience, we strive to deliver HR services that drive efficiency, reduce risk, and increase employee engagement. As the People Management Practice Lead, you will play a pivotal role in this transformation, leading the charge in developing our people management culture through the implementation of clear HR policies, guidance, and toolkits.

**What you will be doing**:
As the People Management Practice Lead, you will have a wide range of responsibilities that contribute to our overall mission. You will collaborate with HR and Organisational Development, (OD) colleagues to develop an approach to policy development that aligns with our organisational aims, focuses on employee experience, and brings fresh thinking to the forefront. Working with managers at all levels and engaging stakeholders such as Trade Unions, you will facilitate discussions, seek approval for change, and present compelling proposals that challenge, influence, negotiate, and consult effectively.

Your role will be instrumental in embedding the Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) agenda from an HR perspective. Leveraging data, you will continuously assess our performance, identify areas for improvement, and measure the success of implemented changes, ensuring we are constantly evolving and adapting.

**About you**:
You will be professionally HR qualified (MCIPD) or possess significant related experience. More than just a qualified professional, you are a disruptor ready to take on new challenges, revolutionise existing practices, and push boundaries. Your expertise in a range of HR practices will allow you to flex your skills and adapt to various situations as needed.

You have a proven track record of working with senior leaders and stakeholders, able to hold your own under pressure and influence decision-making processes. Your ability to lead as part of a team, collaborate effectively, and inspire others will be crucial in fostering a collaborative and inclusive environment. You possess excellent communication skills, capable of taking people on a journey through compelling stories and engaging narratives.

With exceptional organisational skills, you thrive in delivering results within tight timescales.

We welcome professionals from diverse backgrounds, including those with private sector expertise. Our team at Dorset Council consists of individuals who bring unique perspectives and experiences, contributing to a vibrant and innovative work environment.

**Dorset Council: A great place to work**

We’re passionate about making Dorset a great place to live, work and visit. Working for us should be no exception.

At Dorset Council we:

- provide more than 450 services to over 300,000 residents
- have ambitious aspirations
- are excited about our future
- care about Dorset and all the people who live here
- know that all roles make a difference and that our employees are key to our success

You will:

- have access to a range of employee benefits
- be part of a

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