R2r103652 - 131611 - Senior Strategic Lead - Operations And Talent

Your New Organisation

Southend on Sea City Council is a Unitary local authority, providing vital services to meet the needs of the local community. We employ around 1,800 staff who are working alongside our partners and local communities to deliver the city vision and make lives better for the people of Southend.

Working for Southend on Sea City Council offers a challenging and rewarding career in local government within a collaborative and innovate environment, with the benefit of flexible working practices to support a positive work life balance. As a Unitary Authority we are responsible for all local government functions ranging from social services, transport, public health and parks through to planning, trading standards, community safety and education, so we offer a wide range of career opportunities. The diversity of our economy and communities and investment in a number of exciting regeneration projects makes our Council a great place to work, learn and make a difference.

Your New Role

As a senior leader within the People and Culture function this role will work in close partnership with the Corporate Leadership Team to design and lead the Council's Operations Services Function, ensuring the delivery of transformational - high-quality, efficient, and customer-focused services. This role is accountable for leading and developing teams across the following key service areas:

• HR Operations Services
• Payroll Services, and Pensions
• Resourcing and Talent
• Product ownership for the HR elements of the Council's ERP system

What You'll Need To Succeed

To succeed in this role you would need to be educated to degree level or equivalent experience, you would need to be a Chartered Fellow member of the CIPD.

Additionally you would need:

• Knowledge of local government structures and procedures and a clear understanding of political frameworks
• Experience of policy and strategy setting in a local government setting
• Experience of leading transactional, payroll & pension services
• Detailed knowledge of HR practice, employment law and procedures in relation to payroll, pensions & recruitment matters
• Detailed knowledge of all aspects of HR strategy and practice
• Knowledge and experience of providing advice to councillors and officers on HR processes, employment law and policy
• Experience of people management with the ability to effectively lead, motivate and performance manage
• Ability to contribute effectively in a large complex organisation and within a political environment, to support transformation and improvement

• Ability to work under pressure in a well organised manner
• Excellent communication skills at all levels inside and outside the Council

What You'll Get In Return

When joining the council, you can enjoy a range of benefits including: 25 days annual leave, flexible working and excellent training and development opportunities. They are committed to ensuring that you are supported in this varied and challenging role with the appropriate level of training. A full list of benefits provided by Southend Council can be viewed on the "Why Work For Us?" tab.

What You Need To Do Now

If you are interested in this role, please click 'apply online' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.

If you would like a copy the Job Description, please click here

Please note: Applications for this vacancy may close prior to the date advertised above so you are advised to apply as soon as you are able to.

All applicants for this role will require an enhanced DBS check.

The Council is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications, regardless of race, sex, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, age or religion or belief.