Assistant People and OD Business Partner

Company: CV-Library
Job type: Contract
Salary:
35,922 - 37,911 GBP/Year

People & Organisational Development (P&OD) Assistant Business Partner

Location: DHCW Office Base/Hybrid
Salary: £35,922
Contract Type: 12 month Fixed Term

About Us

Join our dedicated team at Digital Health & Care Wales, where we strive to be the "employer of choice". The People & Organisational Development (P&OD) Directorate is at the heart of driving our strategic agenda, supporting leadership development, workforce planning, and employee engagement.

About the Role

As a P&OD Assistant Business Partner, you will play a crucial role in supporting the P&OD Team to influence and drive the strategic People and Organisational Development agenda. Working closely with senior leadership teams, you will deliver a proactive and professional business partnering service, focusing on workforce planning, resource availability, and leadership development within your designated Directorates.

Key Responsibilities

* Support the implementation of the People & OD Strategy, enhancing Directorate performance through effective communication and trust-based relationships with senior managers.

* Coach and support line managers to improve workforce plans and people management practices.

* Design and deliver training and development programmes, ensuring managers understand HR policies and practices.

* Support workforce planning initiatives, including talent management and succession planning, to support new ways of working.

* Analyse and present people performance data, identifying trends and advising on necessary actions.

* Act as a change enabler to facilitate organisational development and manage complex employee relations issues.

* Champion and embed DHCW’s values and behaviours, promoting a culture of continuous improvement and learning.

* Deputise for the P&OD Business Partner in meetings, providing insights on people metrics and making recommendations.

About You

Qualifications and Knowledge:

* Degree level qualification and/or CIPD.

* Specialist knowledge acquired through formal training in a relevant field.

* Evidence of continuous professional development.

Experience:

* Significant experience as a people professional.

* Proven experience working in partnership with Trade Unions would be desirable.

* Strong background in managing employee relations issues, including disciplinary, grievance, and sickness cases.

* Experience in delivering training and presenting investigation findings.

Skills and Attributes:

* In-depth knowledge of employment law and ACAS codes of practice.

* Ability to analyse complex data and present it in a meaningful way.

* Excellent communication, coaching, and influencing skills.

* Ability to work autonomously and manage a varied workload.

Desirable:

* Conflict resolution/mediation training.

* Management qualification.

* Ability to speak Welsh to Level 1.

* Knowledge of NHS terms, conditions, and policies.

What We Offer

* A supportive and collaborative work environment.

* Opportunities for professional development and career progression.

* Hybrid working arrangements.

* Comprehensive benefits package.

How to Apply

Please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your suitability for the role.

Application Deadline: Friday, 31st May 2024

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