hr manager Nottingham, England
Job description
Band 7
Job overview
At Nottingham University Hospitals (NUH), we're investing in our people, and putting our development plans in action, with an ambition to provide a top class People Services across our Trust
We are looking for a Senior HR Advisor this role will be responsible for shaping and delivering on a range of HR projects for the department
Bringing with you significant previous experience of working in a large, fast paced HR function, you will be a forward thinking, innovative and courageous team player, committed to helping us achieve our ambition to become an 'Employer of Choice’. You will be able to demonstrate an inclusive, supportive management style. This is a rewarding role where you can really make a difference and we will give you everything you need to progress in your HR career.
Now is a really exciting time to join the team as we set off on our improvement journey to support the Trust with its ambitious improvement plans.
Main duties of the job
To be responsible for the delivery of a range of HR projects and services to meet the strategic and operational objectives outlined in the Trust’s People Strategy, Integrated Care System and National People Plans.
Management and facilitation of HR Governance, with responsibility for the creation, development and management of robust and effective governance arrangements within the HR function. This involves planning and organising a broad range of complex HR Governance activities including the formulation and adjustment of work and plans on an ongoing basis.
Lead with the development, implementation and evaluation of innovative policy and governance solutions which will support the department and Trust to successfully embed organisational and cultural changes and improve the working lives of our People.
Work closely with the HR management team and provide the senior leadership team with high quality advice and challenge to influence improvement in HR governance
To act as a role model within the HR team and for the department both within the Trust and externally, demonstrating the Trust values at all times. To develop and maintain effective and positive working relationships at all levels of the Trust including Staff Side Leads, senior managers and with external partners.
Working for our organisation
Office based (hybrid) across our Trust.
NUH not only strive to deliver excellence in patient care, you will also be part of an organisation who truly cares about our People. You will be given plenty of opportunities to grow and develop in your HR career including training and development throughout the year. You will have access to lots of other benefits, including:
Generous holiday allowance,
Access to the NHS pension scheme,
Exciting range of exclusive staff wellbeing activities,
Cycle to work scheme,
NHS discounts and shopping vouchers,
We are happy to discuss working preferences with potential applicants.
NUH is committed to recruiting the best person for the job, based solely on their ability and individual merit as measured against the criteria for the role; through a process that is fair, open, consistent and free from bias and discrimination
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please refer to the job description and person specification attached to the advert for the full details of the vacancy.
Person specification
Education
Essential criteria
- Masters level / Level 7 Advanced CIPD HR qualification or equivalent demonstrable experience at a similar level Membership of CIPD
Desirable criteria
- Educated to Degree Level or equivalent
Experience
Essential criteria
- In-depth experience of Human Resource Management (HRM)
Desirable criteria
- Experience of HR Governance and risk management
Communication and relationship skills
Essential criteria
- Able to communicate clearly and effectively with all levels of staff internal and external to the Trust. This may include highly sensitive or complex information attracting an element of resistance or challenge
- Able to prepare complex but clear written reports and letters
- Able to convert policies, procedures and guidance into key messages, online tools and training materials
Analytical and Judgement skills
Essential criteria
- Able to analyse and interpret complex written, verbal and numerical information
- Able to identify and implement improvements to systems and service provision
Planning and organisation skills
Essential criteria
- Experience of managing a heavy and diverse workload, prioritising effectively at all times
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Come and join our wonderful team at NUH. We are big believers in diversity and welcome new ideas to help develop our team in order to deliver world class healthcare to the vast patient populations we serve. With endless personal development opportunities available, at the NUH we will endeavour to turn your job into a career!
We particularly welcome applications from people who identify as Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic, or Disabled, as we are striving to be better represented at NUH.
Closing Dates: Please submit your application form as soon as possible to avoid disappointment; we reserve the right to close vacancies prior to the published closing date if we receive a sufficient number of completed application forms.
Communication: All communication related to your application will be via the email address you have provided. Please ensure you check your email account including your junk email regularly.
Easy read application: if you have a disability and find it difficult to complete our online application form, you can apply via our easy read application which you can find on the intranet https://www.nuh.nhs.uk/easy-read-job-application
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Salary: The quoted salary will be on a pro rata basis for part time workers.
Disability Confidence: All applicants who have declared a disability and who meet the essential criteria for the post will be shortlisted.
At Risk of redundancy: NHS employees within the East Midlands who are ‘at risk’ of redundancy will be given a preferential interview where they meet the essential criteria of the person specification.
International Recruitment: If you are applying for a role with us from outside of the UK then please read the guidance on applying for a health or social care job in the UK from abroad.
ID and Right to work checks: NUH authenticate ID and right to work documentation including passports and driving licenses through a system called Trust ID. NUH will scan your ID and right to work documentation in to the Trust ID system at your face to face ID appointment. The system will run a check against the key security features within your documentation. The system will provide us with an outcome of your check which will be stored securely on your personal file along with all other pre-employment check documentation.
Consent:
- Transfer of information: If I have previous NHS service - I consent to the transfer of my Electronic Staff Record (ESR) data between this and other NHS Trusts. I also consent to the Occupational Health Department confidentially accessing my occupational health records from my current or previous employer in order to check the status of my vaccinations, immunisations s and screening tests as relevant to the post. I understand this is an automated process and the information will only be used for these purposes prior to me taking up the position at NUH.
- Disclosure and Barring Service: Your post maybe subject to a DBS check which incur a cost dependent on the level of check required (£41.90 for enhanced and £21.90 for standard). I agree to reimburse Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust the cost of a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check if it is required (by deduction from first month’s pay). Should I decide to withdraw from my job offer, I agree to reimburse Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust the cost of the DBS check undertaken by cheque or other agreed method.
