Hr & Od Consultant

We are currently working with Salford Council to find 2 HR Consultants on a temporary basis.
Job Type: Temporary initial 2 months. Opportunity to apply for fixed term position.
Location: Town Hall (Hybrid, 1-2 days a week)
Hourly rate: £19.58 per hour PAYE.
We are currently seeking two experienced HR Consultants to join our team on a contract basis. One role will focus on supporting case work across the organisation, requiring a strong understanding of employee relations (ER) work and ACAS guidance. The second role will support directorates, using data to inform practice and interventions.
Day to Day of the role:
- Provide generalist HR and organisational development advice and support as directed by the HR and OD Business Partner.  
- Equip managers with tools and knowledge for effective people management aligned with their people plans, including resourcing, talent planning, performance management, and dispute resolution.  
- Assess team capabilities and develop plans to address shortfalls in collaboration with managers and stakeholders.  
- Offer expert advice and consultation to ensure consistent implementation of HR policies and assist in identifying required changes.  
- Support managers through change management processes, including exit strategies.  
- Develop and maintain positive working relationships with managers, employees, Trade Unions, and external agencies.  
- Create and implement learning and development programmes to support organisational priorities.  
- Support and deliver assessment and selection processes for informed candidate choices.  
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- Proven experience in HR consultancy, with a focus on case work and directorate support.  
- Strong knowledge of HR policies.  
- Experience in absence management and dealing with disciplinary and grievance cases.  
- Ability to manage transformation programmes and provide creative HR solutions.  
- Strong analytical skills to inform workforce strategies with key data and information.  
- Effective communication and relationship-building skills.

If you are interested, or have any questions, please let me know.