House of Lords - Head of HR Services (maternity cover)BELONG HERE. TOGETHER, WE MAKE PARLIAMENT HAPPEN.
As the Head of HR Services, you'll play an important role in supporting the UK's parliamentary democracy. Your work will help members carry out their responsibilities effectively - contributing to something bigger than any one role.
You'll be part of a collaborative community, working alongside colleagues from a wide range of professions. Together, we make Parliament happen.
You'll be based on the Parliamentary Estate in Westminster as part of a hybrid working pattern - a unique working environment shaped by history and powered by the people who work here today.
What you’ll be doing
- Lead a committed team with a range of specialisms to deliver effective HR services (HR Operations, Recruitment, Pay and reward, Policy, HR Systems and Workforce insights) to c.650 colleagues across the House of Lords Administration,
- Deliver a pay and reward strategy that enables Our People Strategy, attracting and retaining colleagues from a wide range of professions and different backgrounds, as part of a diverse and inclusive workforce.
- Continue to develop our newly created HR Operations teams, and contributing more widely to the development and continuous improvement of HR services, including maximising the potential of HR systems.
What we’re looking for
- Strong experience across HR services and knowledge of public sector reward systems and trade union engagement
- Proven experience of managing multiple priorities successfully, setting and meeting deadlines, adjusting plans in response to changing circumstances
- Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to communicate clearly in writing and orally and influence a wide range of stakeholders
What you’ll get in return
Working at the House of Lords means joining a community that values your wellbeing, growth and contribution. You’ll benefit from:
- 30 days annual leave (rising to 35 after one year)
- Reduced office attendance during parliamentary recesses
- Generous Civil Service pension scheme
- A comprehensive Parliamentary health and wellbeing programme
- Access to a wide range of learning and development opportunities across diverse professions
- The chance to witness democracy in action and work in a place of historic national significance
The work we do is vital to the House of Lords - the second chamber of the UK Parliament. It plays a critical role in making laws, scrutinising government, and providing independent expertise on national issues.
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Head of HR Services (maternity cover) employer: House of Lords
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