At a Glance
- Tasks: Collaborate with leaders to enhance public services and manage HR initiatives.
- Company: Join Lewisham Council, a vibrant and diverse local authority.
- Benefits: Generous holidays, pension scheme, flexible working, and staff discounts.
- Other info: Hybrid working model with excellent career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the community while developing your HR skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in HR Business Partnering and a relevant qualification required.
The predicted salary is between 52269 - 54360 £ per year.
Became Lisbon's most vibrant and culturally diverse place—an exciting chance to make a difference with Lewisham Council as an HR Business Partner.
As an HR Business Partner you will work with managers and leaders to ensure our colleagues deliver exceptional public services for Lewisham residents. You will support senior leaders on a range of HR change and employee‑relations matters, providing expert advice on complex case management, HR policy, restructures, and a wider employee‑engagement activity.
What’s in it for you?
- Generous holiday allowance
- Local Government pension scheme
- Flexible working and family‑friendly policies
- Season ticket and bicycle loans
- Staff discounts including subsidised gym memberships
- Supportive staff networks
What we’re looking for
This is a 1‑year contract suitable for someone with experience of HR Business Partnering and advisory activity in a local authority or public‑sector context. We seek a flexible, pragmatic, confident professional who can work autonomously, build trusted relationships with managers and leaders, and collaborate across the HR function and the wider organisation. You must be able to manage initiatives that build effective workforce‑management capability and embed a data‑driven, values‑based approach.
Location
Primarily based in Laurence House in Catford, London (SE6 4RU) with occasional travel to other borough sites. A hybrid model is used, so you will work both in‑office and from home on a regular basis and attend council offices at least twice a week. You will be expected to be present in the office or at other sites for at least two days a week.
Special conditions
Qualifications: Chartered membership of the Institute of Personnel and Development or demonstrable equivalent experience required. This posting is available for 1 year.
Salary
£52,269–£54,360 per annum (PO4)
Diversity
Lewisham Council is a Disability‑Confident employer. We welcome and encourage applications of all abilities. If you require adjustments to the application or interview process, please contact the lead contact on this advert. We will make reasonable adjustments to support disabled applicants and those with health conditions throughout the recruitment process. The council reserves the right to close adverts early if there is a large response.
HR Business Partner employer: Lewisham Council
Lewisham Council is an exceptional employer, offering a vibrant and culturally diverse work environment in the heart of London. As an HR Business Partner, you will benefit from generous holiday allowances, a local government pension scheme, and flexible working arrangements that promote a healthy work-life balance. With a strong commitment to employee growth and supportive staff networks, Lewisham Council provides a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact while enjoying a rewarding career in public service.
