Head of Human Resources

£73,908 - £85,884 per year. We're looking for an outstanding leader to join Swansea Council as Head of Human Resources and Organisational Development (HR and OD). This is a pivotal role within our Corporate Services Directorate, offering the opportunity to shape the future of our workforce and drive transformation across the organisation. **Post title**:Head of Human Resources and Organisational Development (HR and OD) **Post number**: CS.69387 **Salary**:£73,908 - £85,884 **Job description**:CS.69387 - Head of HR and OD - Job Description** (**PDF,**229 KB**)** **Directorate/department**:Corporate Services **Closing date**: 25 August 2025,11.45pm. **Further information**: **Lead Workforce Transformation in a Council That Puts People First** As Head of HR and OD, you'll lead a talented team delivering the full spectrum of HR and OD services—from strategic workforce planning and organisational development to recruitment, payroll, wellbeing, and workforce analytics. You'll also play a key role in shaping the Council's transformation agenda and ensuring our people are empowered, supported and equipped to deliver for our communities. **Why Swansea?** Swansea Council is a values-led organisation with a strong sense of purpose and a collaborative, inclusive culture. Our people are proud to be part of "Team Swansea"—a workforce that is motivated, compassionate and committed to making a difference. We are known for: - A positive, empowering workplace culture that values openness, teamwork and innovation - Strong, respectful relationships between officers, elected members and partners - A clear vision for the future, underpinned by ambitious transformation and a commitment to continuous improvement - A focus on growing our own talent, with increasingly successful apprenticeship and development pathways **What You'll Do** - Lead the development and delivery of the Council's Workforce Strategy and HR/OD Service Plan - Provide strategic advice to Cabinet Members, Directors, and senior leaders on all workforce matters - Drive innovation and transformation through workforce planning, digital enablement, and cultural change - Oversee all HR and OD operations, including employee relations, leadership development, recruitment, payroll, and wellbeing - Represent Swansea regionally and nationally on workforce matters, influencing the wider public sector agenda - Act as Senior Responsible Officer for the Workforce and OD Transformation Board **What You'll Bring** - A proven track record of senior HR leadership in a complex organisation - Experience of leading cultural change and embedding high-performance values - Strategic insight into workforce planning, organisational development and digital transformation - Strong political acumen and the ability to influence at all levels - Chartered CIPD membership (essential) and a commitment to continuous professional development **Our Commitment to You** We offer a supportive, inclusive and flexible working environment, with hybrid working arrangements and a strong focus on wellbeing and development. You'll be part of a leadership team that values collaboration, integrity and innovation—and you'll help shape the future of a council that's proud to serve its communities. **Safeguarding** Within Swansea Council there is a "Safeguarding is Everybody's Business" principle, and this applies to all Swansea Council employees, elected members, volunteers and contractors. **Choose Language**: **Croeso**: Dewiswch eich dewis iaith. **Welcome**: Please select your preferred language. Cymraeg English Close Choose Language