Head of Talent and Employee Retention

6 months ago


Devizes, United Kingdom Wiltshire Police Full time

Location- Devizes Headquarters
- Salary Range- Other
- Part/Full Time- Full Time
- Type of Contract- Permanent
- Number of Positions Available- 1
- HEAD OF TALENT AND EMPLOYEE RETENTION
Grade W13, £57,117 per annum, rising to £60,579 per annum over two annual increments
We are seeking a highly experienced and strategic-minded Head of Talent and Employee Retention to join our dynamic team. This is a new position. Our people are critical to us keeping Wiltshire safe, hence this major investment in our People function.

Reporting to the Director of People, you will lead a team and play a pivotal role in ensuring the Force retains and develops its top talent ensuring Wiltshire Police maintains a high performing, competent and inclusive workforce that meets both our immediate and long-term strategic needs.
Key Responsibilities include:

- Design and implement talent retention and engagement strategies to

enhance career development, engagement and satisfaction.
- Design and implement the Force’s approach to succession planning and
- Develop and implement the approach to internal promotions.
- Lead the review of the Force’s performance development review.
- Develop employee engagement strategies and participation through staff

surveys and create and develop employee network and affinity groups.
- Work to develop a performance based inclusive culture and ensure the Values

support and drive the culture.
- Develop and implement a comprehensive EDI strategy and implementation

plans aligned with Wiltshire Police’s goals and values.
- Utilise HR analytics and metrics to assess the effectiveness of talent and EDI initiatives.
- Support the design and delivery of relevant training programs.
- Design and develop of a wellness strategy and initiatives.

Experience Requirements:

- Have a strategic mindset and extensive experience in talent management, including retention, promotions, development, and performance management.
- Demonstrate ability to develop and implement successful talent management strategies.
- Experience of culture change programmes together with embedding values.
- Excellent leadership and managerial skills with the ability to inspire and motivate teams.
- Deep understanding of EDI principles, diversity frameworks, and relevant legislation and emerging trends.
- Ability to work collaboratively and build effective relationships with diverse groups.
- Experience of wellness program management, health promotion, employee engagement.
- Strong leadership skills and experience of managing a team to deliver.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and build relationships at all levels.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines.
- Experience of working in a unionised environment.
- FCIPD qualified or equivalent experience

What can we offer you?
- Hybrid working
- Flexible working
- Wellbeing services - we care about our staff and have a wide range of services to support staff wellbeing, including but not limited to the use of on-site gym facilities, employee assistance programmes, staff networks covering a variety of areas, peer support, on site Occupational Health Unit and internal initiatives
- Generous annual leave entitlement
- Excellent pension scheme
- Family friendly policies and support
- Eligible for a Blue Light Card to access regular discounts online and in stores.
Please see attached STAR guidance which will support you if you successful at shortlisting and invited to interview.



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