As an experienced HR Generalist, you will provide expert HR advice, coaching and consultancy to managers and employees across all aspects of HR policy, employee relations, wellbeing and the wider employee lifecycle. You will support the HR Manager to deliver high-quality, accessible HR services that meet current and future organisational needs. You will contribute to the delivery of the People Strategy through effective people management, resourcing and workforce planning.
This is a high-impact role operating across the full HR lifecycle, with responsibility for managing complex casework and supporting continuous improvement. You will also play a key part in building manager capability and ensuring organisational compliance with policy and legislation.
Responsibilities
- Manage a full range of complex employee relations casework and resourcing activity across the HR lifecycle, providing expert advice and escalating where appropriate.
- Provide professional HR guidance and coaching to managers and employees on policy, procedure, and employment legislation, supporting effective decision-making and risk management.
- Lead the investigation, management and resolution of casework, ensuring compliance with policy, legislation and best practice, and maintaining accurate records.
- Build strong relationships with key stakeholders (e.g. HR colleagues, Legal, Occupational Health, Trade Unions), seeking advice and sharing best practice to inform outcomes.
- Manage and support the development of HR Advisors, providing guidance, delegation and acting as an escalation point to ensure service continuity and quality.
- Work proactively with managers to support early intervention, workforce planning and resourcing activity, using data and insight to inform solutions.
- Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of HR processes, policies and people management practices, aligned to organisational needs.
- Analyse and utilise HR management information to support decision-making and design initiatives that build management capability (e.g. training on performance, wellbeing and employee relations).
Qualifications
You should have a CIPD qualification or be willing to work towards one.
Experience
- You must have experience of working in an employee relations and/or wellbeing related role.
Qualifications
Working Pattern
This role is a permanent level transfer position
Our standard hours are 35 hours per week. We offer a range of flexible and hybrid working options, with two days minimum working on site at SPPA. If you have specific questions about the role you are applying for, please contact us.
How To Apply
Applications for this position will only be accepted from substantive B2 grade employees.
Please submit a statement outlining your suitability for the role, relevant skills and experience, and what you would bring to the team (maximum 500 words).
Vacancies close at 23:59pm on Thursday 25 June.
Selection Process
All applicants will be invited to an informal discussion. There will be no formal testing or assessment.
Discussions are expected to be scheduled for w/c tbc.
Further Information
If you have specific questions about the role, please contact karolyn.gracie@gov.scot
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