Senior HR Manager - Edinburgh (Hybrid)

Senior HR Manager - Edinburgh (Hybrid) - £402.59 Inside IR35 - 6 Months

Lorien is supporting a key public sector organisation in the recruitment of an experienced Senior HR Manager to lead on Employee Relations, HR Business Partnering, Employment Policy and workforce matters. This role will work closely with senior leaders, providing expert advice on complex people issues, policy development, organisational risk and trade union engagement.

Title: Senior HR Manager
Duration: 6 Months Initially
Location: Edinburgh (Hybrid)
Rate: £402.59 per day

Essential Skills, Competences, Experience and Relevant Qualifications

* Significant experience managing complex Employee Relations matters within a large organisation.
* Experience providing strategic HR advice and guidance to senior leaders and stakeholders.
* Strong background working with Trade Unions and employee representatives.
* Experience leading the development and review of HR and Employment Policies.
* Strong knowledge of UK Employment Law and HR best practice.
* Experience supporting organisational change, workforce issues and people risk management.
* Ability to influence, challenge and build strong relationships at senior level.
* Experience preparing reports, recommendations and briefings for senior stakeholders.
* Strong communication, negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
* Experience analysing workforce data and identifying trends and risks.
* Chartered CIPD qualified.

Desirable Skills

* Public sector, justice sector or wider government experience.
* Experience supporting Employment Tribunals and legal case preparation.
* Experience of Equality, Diversity & Inclusion initiatives.
* Experience delivering cultural change and workforce transformation programmes.
* Knowledge of public sector governance and employment frameworks.