Job Description

Salary

Scale 8
(49,282 - 52,413)

Contractual hours

37

Job category/type

Fixed Term / Temporary

Job reference

REQ01064

Interim Operational Human Resources (HR) Manager

Scale 8 49,282 - 52,413 per annum (pro rata)

37 hours per week

18-month fixed term contract

Are you an experienced HR manager with a strong operational background and a passion for service excellence? Do you understand the power of technology and data in transforming HR services, and are

you skilled at developing and delivering efficient, user-friendly systems and processes? We have an exciting opportunity for a natural collaborator who thrives in leading people through change and continuous improvement.

A can-do mindset, hands-on approach, and the ability to manage complex projects and deliver results will be key to this business-critical role. As a skilled influencer, clear communicator and trusted people-first leader who values inclusion, development, and wellbeing, and knows how to build high-performing teams that deliver with purpose and pride you will be crucial in ensuring the successful operational delivery of the HR function at Blaby District Council.

Essential Criteria

Level 5 CIPD Qualified or equivalent experience Demonstrable operational HR management experience covering the full range of Human Resources activities Expert knowledge of employment legislation and its practical application in the workplace Extensive experience of working at operational manager level Demonstrable experience of managing, motivating & developing a high performing team Ability to manage & motivate a HR team, setting clear objectives aligned to strategic goals to deliver positive, customer focussed outcomes in a challenging environment An ability to produce high quality outputs to deadlines, amidst conflicting and competing demands




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Benefits of working with us include a Local Government Pension scheme, exciting career opportunities, flexible working including flexi-time scheme and Narborough (LE19) offices with free car parking and cycle bays. Further details on our benefits can be found on the Employee benefits page.

We also support hybrid working arrangements with a combination of onsite and home working.



Should you have any technical issues when applying, please email human.resources@blaby.gov.uk.

Closing date: 17th September 2025

Interview dates: w/c 6th October 2025

Blaby District Council is committed to equality of opportunity for all, and we welcome applications from all diversities. We are committed to the employment and career development of disabled people, care leavers and those in the Armed Forces. As a Disability Confident Employer and to show our commitment to Care Leavers and the Armed Forces Covenant, we offer a Guaranteed Interview Scheme.