At a Glance
- Tasks: Shape workforce strategies and ensure the right people are in the right roles.
- Company: Dynamic public sector body committed to community service and employee well-being.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible working, generous holidays, and professional development.
- Other info: Inclusive environment with opportunities for career advancement.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on workforce planning and support future growth.
- Qualifications: Degree with HR experience or relevant experience; CIPD membership required.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Join a dynamic local public sector body committed to delivering exceptional services to the community. As a Workforce Planning Advisor, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping the organisation’s workforce strategies, ensuring the right people are in the right roles at the right time to support future growth and service excellence.
Salary and Benefits
- Competitive salary package
- Flexible working arrangements
- Continuous professional development opportunities
- Generous holiday entitlement
Our client is a key player in the public sector. As a large, forward‑thinking organisation, it values innovation, collaboration, and employee well‑being. The role sits within the Business Support division under the Corporate & Support Services Directorate, reporting to the HR Manager (Policy and Projects). The team is committed to fostering an inclusive environment and delivering impactful HR initiatives to support the organisation’s strategic objectives.
About you
- Hold a degree in any discipline with at least 2 years’ experience in HR or Workforce Planning, or 4 years’ relevant experience
- Full, current CIPD membership (Associate or Chartered)
- Demonstrable experience advising managers on HR matters, including employee relations
- Strong stakeholder engagement skills, able to work effectively with Line Managers and Trade Unions
- Excellent communication, problem‑solving, and decision‑making skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and navigate organisational change
What you’ll do
- Develop and implement workforce plans aligned with organisational objectives to ensure staffing needs are met now and in the future
- Provide expert advice to managers on all HR and employee relations issues, including recruitment, attendance management, and performance
- Lead on the management of workforce data, analysing trends to inform strategic decision‑making
- Collaborate with key stakeholders to develop HR policies and support their effective implementation
- Support the Council’s recruitment process, including chairing panels and ensuring compliance with legislation
- Contribute to HR projects and initiatives designed to improve workforce effectiveness and employee engagement
- Promote best practice in workforce planning and develop proactive strategies to address future staffing challenges
Workforce Planning Advisor in Ballymena employer: VanRath Search & Selection
Join a forward-thinking public sector body in Ballymena, where your role as a Workforce Planning Advisor will be integral to shaping workforce strategies that enhance community services. With a commitment to employee well-being, flexible working arrangements, and continuous professional development, this organisation fosters a collaborative and inclusive work culture that empowers you to make a meaningful impact while enjoying generous holiday entitlements.
Contact Details:
VanRath Search & Selection Recruitment Team
