HR Business Partner Change

• Suffolk County Council
• Address: Endeavour House, 8 Russell Road, Ipswich, Suffolk IP1 2BX, Hybrid working
• Salary: £40,777 per annum (pro rata for part time)
• Hours:
• Post 1: 37 hours per week
• Post 2: 22.2 hours per week - We can be flexible on the hours for both of the posts.  Just let us know in your application which post you are applying for and what hours work best for you.
• Contract: Permanent

At Suffolk County Council, every role is a chance to create positive change. As an HR Business Partner Change in the Human Resources team you'll see the direct impact of your work on the people you support.

As a key member of our HR service, you'll work collaboratively with managers and leaders providing expert advice on all aspects of HR and organisational development, with a strong focus on transformation, cultural change, and strategic workforce planning.

Your role and responsibilities 

• Provide expert technical HR/OD advice across the spectrum of HR services to support organisational change and operational people management.
• Deliver people-focused change programmes aligned with service strategies.
• Coach and challenge managers to embed new ways of working.
• Help to drive performance outcomes through change, focussing on people issues and people development in addition to structural changes.
• Use data and evidence to drive performance and inform decision-making.

You will need 

• MCIPD qualified (or equivalent experience)
• A confident change leader with a track record of delivering complex HR projects
• Skilled in coaching, influencing, and stakeholder engagement
• Knowledgeable in employment law, OD tools, and public sector reform

You'll bring creativity, adaptability, and a collaborative spirit to help shape the future of our workforce and services.

You can view a full list of requirements in the Job and Person Profile (Word).  If you believe you can succeed in this role, apply. Even if you don't meet all requirements, still apply. We would appreciate the opportunity to consider your application. 

The team

Our aim for the HR service is to create a positive and productive working environment for everyone and recognised as making a difference to Council services and outcomes by being supportive, challenging, innovative and value for money.

We will be instrumental in helping services across the organisation deliver against their goals through the provision of robust and creative people solutions. 

Empowering Everyone

We're big believers in potential, possibility and the power of different ideas. We're always searching for ways to encourage, respect and enable everyone to be the best they can be. We want to represent the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all individuals, especially those from groups that are currently underrepresented in the organisation, as shown in our Workforce Equality Report.

For more information

Please contact Gary Thomson (he/him) or Jocelyn Barber (she/her) for a casual conversation. You can reach them by calling:

• Gary on or emailing or
• Jocelyn on or emailing

How to apply

Step 1 - Read the Job and Person Profile (Word). 

Step 2 - Click 'Apply Now' to start your online application.

Step 3 - Upload a supporting statement answering the following questions below (no more than 400 words per question). You should use the Supporting Statement template. 

1. Describe a time where you managed an HR project within an organisation, service or team. How did you manage the people elements of the process and what steps did you take to ensure successful implementation and positive outcomes?
2. Can you describe a time when you had to go outside of established policy and process to find a successful outcome? Can you provide some detail of the risks and decision making in achieving that outcome?
3. Can you give an example of when you worked collaboratively across departments or organisations to solve a people-related issue. How did you ensure alignment and buy-in from all parties?

Step 4 - Upload a CV (without name and personal details).

Please note: Without a supporting statement and CV, your interest will not be progressed. Any supporting documents must be in either PDF or MS Word format.

We value authentic applications that showcase your genuine skills and experiences. Applications suspected of being generated by AI may be rejected. We encourage you to present your own work and ideas throughout the application process. 

If you require any reasonable adjustments to the application process before the next selection stage, please contact our Recruitment Team by emailing  or calling If you are invited to the next stage of selection, you will have another opportunity to request adjustments for the next stages of the process. 

Closing date: 11.30 pm, 7 December 2025. 

Interview date: 16 and 17 December 2025. 

This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) checks or police vetting will be required for relevant posts. #LI-Hybrid