WORKING 36.5 HOURS PER WEEK

Birmingham City Council is seeking an experienced and dynamic Director of HR Services to lead and transform its HR Services function. This pivotal role focuses on delivering critical HR services, including resourcing, onboarding, payroll, and service support, across both enabling and frontline directorates. With a key emphasis on driving efficiency and fostering collaboration, this role will spearhead the development and implementation of a shared services model to enhance organisational effectiveness.
This role offers a unique opportunity to shape and transform HR service delivery in one of the UK’s largest councils. Whether leading innovative projects or collaborating with senior leadership, this role offers endless opportunities to make a lasting impact on organisational success.
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If you’re ready to take on this challenging and rewarding role, you. Join us in shaping a brighter future for Birmingham.
Birmingham City Council is an accredited Disability Confident Leader employer, and we are committed to employing, retaining and developing all of our people.
We want to ensure your recruitment journey with us is a positive and equitable one, so please let us know if there are any reasonable adjustments, additional support, accessibility needs, or if there is any way in which we can support you through your application.
For any informal enquires please contact: Johnathon Clews Johnathon.Clews@birmingham.gov.uk
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We welcome applications from people with caring responsibilities and flexible working options will be considered.
A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check will be undertaken.
Proof of Right to work in the UK will be required for all applicants in accordance with UK Home Office requirements , before any employment offer can be confirmed.
Job Description and Person Specificatio

• Leadership and Management: Provide strategic leadership to the HR operations team, ensuring compliance with employment laws and fostering a culture of excellence.
• Resourcing: Oversee recruitment, selection, and onboarding processes to attract and retain top talent, while building productive partnerships with external recruitment agencies.
• HR Services (Operations): Ensure seamless end-to-end HR service delivery that supports employees and enhances the overall employee experience. Utilise people data to inform insights, maintain compliance, and drive continuous improvement.
• Payroll: Manage the payroll function to ensure accurate and timely processing, compliance with payroll legislation, and the implementation of efficient payroll systems.
• Strategic HR Support: Collaborate with business leaders to HR solutions that align with organisational objectives.
• People Data Management: Ensure the integrity of HR data, leveraging analytics to inform strategies and maintain compliance with data protection regulations.
• Shared Services Model: Lead the transition to a shared services model, identifying opportunities for process improvement and streamlining HR service delivery.