Job Description

Join #TeamSalford as an HR and OD Advisor Empower People, Shape Progress

Fixed-Term (12 months) Maternity Cover | Place Directorate

Are you passionate about creating a brilliant colleague experience and driving positive change through people? If you're someone experienced with HR casework and supporting managers with a collaborative approach we'd love to hear from you!

What makes this role exciting?

You'll work closely with a dedicated HR and OD Business Partner, becoming a trusted expert in the services you support. You'll empower managers and colleagues with inclusive, people-first advice that helps them thrive. You'll collaborate across the wider HR team to deliver impactful solutions that support Salford's residents. You'll champion continuous improvement and equip leaders with the tools to lead the Salford Way*.

We're looking for someone who:

Has a background in HR casework Thrives in a varied role and enjoys helping leaders shape and deliver their people plans. Communicates with confidence and builds strong, influential relationships. Brings empathy, integrity, and a commitment to inclusion and innovation. Has solid employment law knowledge and can manage complex ER cases with care and clarity.

Why join us?

At Salford, our values

Pride

,

Passion

,

People

, and

Personal Responsibility

are more than words. They shape everything we do. You'll be part of a bold, inclusive leadership culture that's focused on making a real impact.


We're proud to be

#HappyToTalkFlexible

and committed to your wellbeing and professional growth.

Award-Winning Workplace

We're proud to be named Best Place to Work 2024 at the Local Government Chronicle Workforce Awards. Our winning presentation, "This is our Salford!", captured the spirit, pride, and personality of our incredible team.

What we offer

A competitive salary and benefits package. Flexible hybrid working and a supportive team environment. Access to development opportunities including internal Masterclasses, eLearning, and external qualifications.

Whether you're already in Local Government or looking to bring your skills into a new setting, we welcome your application.

Ready to make a difference? Apply now and help shape the future of Salford.

We will not be accepting candidates who require a sponsorship for this position.

Previous applicants need not apply.

Want to know more about Salford?

As an authority we are dedicated to improving the lives of our residents, and as an employer we are passionate about helping individuals to thrive in their work. We are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture and are proud of our professional accreditations which champion this.


Find out about our city as a place to live, work & grow, and learn more about the amazing work we are doing. You'll also find out about the wealth of benefits we have to offer you here!

Continuous Service commitment

New employees can keep their service related benefits when moving between a whole host of public sector organisations within Greater Manchester, which include: Councils, NHS, Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue, Transport for Greater Manchester, as well as many others under this scheme. Find out if this applies to you here.

Guaranteed Assessment Schemes

We have made a commitment to improve the employment opportunities for people with disabilities, care leavers, carers, and ex-military personnel by way of a Guaranteed Assessment Scheme. Our application forms ask you to indicate if you meet any of the criteria within this scheme, and so to find out more and if you qualify please click here.

Privacy Statement and Data Protection

Our core data protection obligations and commitments are set out in the council's primary Recruitment and Employment Privacy Notice which can be found at https://www.salford.gov.uk/gdpr