HR Team Leader

at  Dorset Council

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU:

You’ll take on a dynamic role, leading a team that plays a critical part in Dorset Council’s payroll operations.
You’ll join a supportive and collaborative service, where you’ll make impactful contributions to shape and drive improvements in HR services for both internal and external customers.
There will be plenty of opportunities to grow and advance within the HR department, as you contribute to strategic projects and initiatives.
You’ll have the opportunity to positively impact service improvement, making a difference by seeking customer feedback and implementing necessary changes.

ABOUT YOU:

To be successful in this role you need to have the skills and attributes to work effectively with other teams within the HR Service, ensuring all teams meet the necessary deadlines for ensuring payments are made on time.
We are looking for someone with the management skills to lead this small team as well as the innovation to explore opportunities for process improvement and automation - ensuring the work of the team is delivered in the most effective and efficient way possible.
If you’re ready to take on a leadership role that brings meaningful impact to our HR Shared Services team and the wider council, we would love to hear from you!

FURTHER INFORMATION

For an informal discussion about the role please contact Hayley Legg, HR Manager, hayley.legg@dorsetcouncil.gov.uk
Employees working within a school are not considered internal applicants.
This is a full time role at 37 hours per week.
We are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. We offer an interview to everyone who declares a disability and meets the essential criteria for the role.
We are keen to make our interviews accessible. Let us know on your job application if you have a disability and need any reasonable adjustments.
We also look for applicants who share our commitment to our behaviours. We will ask you to evidence when you have demonstrated them as part of the selection process.
We use generic job descriptions and person specifications. This means the job title on any attachments may differ from the job title in the advert. We may provide specific information in a context statement if relevant.

ABOUT US

We’re passionate about making Dorset a great place to live, work and visit. Working for us should be no exception.

At Dorset Council we:

• provide more than 450 services to over 300,000 residents
• have ambitious aspirations
• are excited about our future
• care about Dorset and all the people who live here
• know that all roles make a difference and that our employees are key to our success

You will:

• have access to a range of employee benefits
• be part of an organisation that supports each other to grow and succeed
• have access to range of training opportunities which will help with your personal development and career progression

We are challenging ourselves to become a more diverse and inclusive organisation. We recognise that recruitment and inclusion of individuals with diverse skills, perspectives and backgrounds will bring real strength to the council and our communities. We have a commitment to equality and welcome applications from everyone.
We are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. We offer an interview to everyone who declares a disability and meets the essential criteria for the role.
We are keen to make our interviews accessible. Let us know on your job application if you have a disability and need any reasonable adjustments.
We also look for applicants who share our commitment to our behaviours. We will ask you to evidence when you have demonstrated them as part of the selection process

ABOUT THE ROLE

Are you passionate about shaping effective HR payroll operations and leading teams towards success? Join our Payroll Operations Team as HR Team Leader and play a pivotal part in guiding our dedicated team towards delivering exceptional HR services.

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT TO BE DOING:

In this role, you’ll lead and oversee the service delivery of our Payroll Operations team, ensuring the timely and accurate payment of salaries and payroll related payments to third parties.
You’ll manage all aspects of team performance, including recruitment, learning and development, and performance management, as well as fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment through leadership, coaching, and effective performance management.
You’ll be providing high-level technical advice and guidance to team members, resolving complex issues as well as reviewing current practices and implementing system solutions for optimal service delivery.
Your technical knowledge will see you accessing and utilizing our HR systems effectively, using complex spreadsheets to optimise reporting and service provision.