HR Consultant – Transformation

Swindon Borough Council

Urgent Contract Opportunity – Join Swindon Borough Council's HR & OD team as an HR Consultant – Transformation!

Location: Civic Campus, Euclid Street, Swindon SN1 2JG (Hybrid – 2-3 days office-based)

Duration: 39 weeks, starting 15 April 2026

Hours: 37 per week

The Role

Reporting to the HR Consultancy Lead, you'll provide pragmatic, risk-based HR advice to drive performance improvement across the Council. Manage complex ER casework, coach managers, support TUPE transfers, and use data/AI insights for proactive solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Handle caseloads: disciplinary, grievance, performance, absence, probation
• Coach line managers to build people management capability
• Lead TUPE in/out processes and trade union negotiations
• Analyse HR data trends and recommend solutions
• Triage queries, support policy development, and resolve conflicts (incl. mediation)
• Collaborate with OD to upskill managers organisation-wide

Essential Requirements

• CIPD Level 5 (or equivalent experience) + Bachelor's degree or equivalent
• HR Manager/Consultant experience with trade unions and public sector ER casework
• Up-to-date employment law knowledge and TUPE expertise
• Strong analytics, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Eligible to work in the UK

Ideal for: Seasoned HR professionals passionate about transformation in local government!

Apply Now: DM your CV. Shortlisting ASAP!

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