HR Officer in Coventry

This is an entry-level position within the People Services function, which plays a crucial role in supporting and implementing people strategies in alignment with the WMP (West Midlands Police) People Strategy, Vision, and Values. The HR Officer will support the strategic objectives of the Force by providing high-quality HR service delivery and generalist HR administration. This role is based at Coventry Police Station and is a 12-Month Fixed-Term Contract/Secondment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Data Management: Accurately update Force systems with a wide range of people data, including officer moves, establishment changes, and sickness records.
• HR Advisory Support: Act as the first point of contact, providing comprehensive HR advice and guidance on various matters, and escalating risks when necessary.
• Attendance Management: Support and coach line managers in managing attendance for officers and staff, helping to develop their capability.
• Onboarding: Coordinate the onboarding process for new officers and staff within the assigned portfolio, ensuring all housekeeping and administrative requirements are met.
• Support in Meetings: Assist line managers in informal and formal meetings (attendance reviews, capability assessments, Reg 12/13 cases), and participate in case management reviews and sickness surgeries.
• Data Collection and Analysis: Ensure accurate collation and recording of performance indicators and statistical data, and report on emerging themes and trends to guide decision-making.
• Compliance: Maintain systems and procedures in compliance with force policy and GDPR.
• Audit and Inspection: Assist in audit, inspection, and business planning processes to ensure compliance and continual improvement.
• Managerial Support: Provide professional HR support to managers, police officers, police staff, and Special Constables, ensuring all HR policies and procedures are adhered to.
• Staff Development and Training: Support staff development through efficient training planning and booking processes.
• Health and Safety: Assist with Health and Safety-related matters to ensure a safe working environment.
• Specialist Advice: Serve as the first point of contact for specialist or technical HR advice.
• Reporting: Research, prepare, and present reports and other documentation as needed.
• HR Metrics: Prepare and present management information to contribute to the development of proactive HR advice services.
• Discipline and Grievances: Administer hearings and appeals related to Police Staff Discipline, Grievances, and Flexible Working requests.

This role offers the opportunity to be involved in a wide range of HR functions, providing support to a department or LPA dependent on the portfolio while ensuring the Force's people strategies are met effectively.

Key Skills and Qualifications:

• HR/Employee Relations Experience: Prior experience in Human Resources, Employee Relations, or a Shared Services Environment is essential.
• Knowledge of Employment Law: Familiarity with current employment legislation, case law, and codes of practice, and how they apply in an HR context.
• Data Management Skills: Experience managing and analysing HR data to support decision-making and reporting.
• Administrative Skills: Proficiency in administrative duties with a proven ability to manage competing demands and deadlines.
• Communication and Interpersonal Skills: Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to negotiate, influence, and build relationships at all levels.

Hours: Monday to Friday (36.5 hours). The post holder will be required to work core service hours. Location: Coventry Police Station, however you will be required to travel to different stations across the Local Policing area.

Vetting: Successful applicants will be required to pass Recruitment Vetting and Counter Terrorism Clearance scrutiny prior to commencing their role, this will include a full background & financial disclosure as part of the vetting process.

Medical: Appointment to this role will be dependent upon successfully medical checks, which may include a drugs test and if required a fitness test.

West Midlands Police is a Disability Confident Leader - the highest level an organisation can achieve under the scheme run by the Department of Work and Pensions. As part of our commitment we operate a 'Disability Confident Interview Scheme' - all candidates who declare a disability and meet the essential criteria for the role will be offered an interview.

Diversity and Inclusion Vision: Maximise the potential of people from all backgrounds through a culture of fairness and inclusion to deliver the best service for our communities.

West Midlands Police is the second-largest police force in the country, serving the three major cities of Birmingham, Coventry, and Wolverhampton, alongside the districts of Sandwell, Walsall, Solihull, and Dudley. Against this backdrop, the force handles more than 2,000 emergency calls every day, while patrolling the streets and responding to incidents 24 hours a day, seven days a week. We have made significant improvements in reducing overall crime, improving call response times, and increasing arrest rates. This work can only continue with the right people, therefore as an employer of choice, we are looking for the right people who can serve and protect our communities.