Job Description

HR Business Partner - Housing Directorate

Full time - Permanent

We are looking to welcome a new member of our HR leadership team. This is an exciting and busy time as the Council implements a number of programmes to transform how it works with and for the people of Bristol.

The Role:

In this role, you will work closely with senior leaders and other key stakeholders to design and deliver HR strategies that support the needs of the directorate and the wider council. You will offer expert advice, promoting a culture of inclusivity, transparency, and continuous improvement.

Leading a small consultancy team, your oversight will ensure high and consistent standards in employee relations and a collaborative approach across both HR and the council.

Key Job Outcomes:

Build strong professional working relationships with clients, colleagues, trade unions and staff-led groups. Provide expert guidance on complex employee relations matters, helping senior leaders make informed decisions and promote best practice in people management. Support the implementation of culture change and transformation, using data and research to inform strategic direction. Engage with leaders to drive equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) efforts, working to create an inclusive workforce. Support and challenge in leadership discussions, sometimes in face of significant resistance, to improve decision-making. Coach and influence senior leaders to consider the ethical impact of their decisions, taking a visible lead in solving employee relations and ethical dilemmas.

Skills and Attributes:

Chartered MCIPD or equivalent expertise. Extensive experience in a senior local authority HR role, managing complex employee relations, stakeholder engagement, and conflict resolution. Proactive and strategic mindset, with the ability to foresee and tackle potential issues. Strong leadership skills to inspire and develop your team, while managing performance and accountability. In depth understanding of equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI), and a track record of enhancing inclusivity within organisations. Experience using data and digital tools to support decision-making and service improvement.

Why Bristol City Council?

At Bristol City Council, we offer a work environment which is fast moving and supportive, giving you the chance to use your skills and develop new ones within a high-profile organisation. We offer flexible working arrangements and are open to job-sharing opportunities.

This role does require regular on-site attendance at the Council's offices in Bristol, with a

minimum of one day per week in the office, and up to 5 days on some occasions in line with client and team requirements.

So, If you are a strategic thinker with a passion for driving HR excellence and a commitment to fostering an inclusive, high-performing environment, we would love to hear from you.

How do I apply?

If you share our values and are ready to be part of our exciting journey, please select the apply button below. For this role, please submit your CV along with a supporting statement of up to 1,000 words, which can be included in the "Further Information" section.

To be shortlisted for interview you'll need to demonstrate how you meet each of the essential criteria in the Person Specification within the Further Information section of your application.

Interviews will be held on Friday 8th August

If you would like to arrange an informal discussion about this role, please contact: James Brereton, Head of HR on

james.brereton@bristol.gov.uk

At Bristol City Council, we are striving to have a workforce as diverse as the city we serve. We therefore welcome, develop and promote people from all sections of Bristol's communities. We particularly welcome applications from young people, black and racially minoritised, Disabled, LGBTQ+ and male candidates who are currently under-represented in this service. Appointments will be made on merit.