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Are you eager to land a brand new role? Our client, a busy Local Authority in Essex, are looking for an experienced Assistant Director to join their team and play a crucial role in their Human Resources operations.       

Position: Assistant Director, People and Change
Rate: £350 per day (Umbrella, Outside IR35)
Contract Duration: Temporary (6 Months) with Possible Extension  
Working Arrangement: Hybrid (3 days in the office) 

Purpose:

• • The council is seeking a strategic Assistant Director of People & Change to lead a transformative agenda across our workforce services. This pivotal role will drive the redesign of our HR function, ensuring it is fit for purpose and future-ready as we prepare for Local Government Reorganisation (LGR).

Job Responsibilities: 

• Service Restructuring: Lead the redesign and modernisation of the HR service, aligning structure, roles, and processes to deliver high-impact, customer-focused outcomes.
• Workforce Strategy: Develop and implement a forward-thinking Workforce Strategy that supports organisational priorities, talent development, and cultural transformation.
• TUPE Leadership: Provide expert guidance and operational leadership on TUPE transfers, ensuring smooth transitions and effective stakeholder engagement and providing knowledge transfer to the team.
• LGR Readiness: Play a key role in preparing the organisation for LGR, including workforce planning, change management, and inter-authority collaboration.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Build strong relationships with the Chief Executive, the Leader of the Council, Members, Trade Unions, senior leaders, and external partners to foster a collaborative and inclusive working environment and provide high level advice.
• Committee involvement – lead, attend and advise on relevant Service, scrutiny and Appointments and Appeals Committee meetings as the senior HR representative for the Council

Job Requirements:

• Previous experience working within a local authority or a similar organisation.
• At least 1 year experience within a Assistant Director role or equivalent.
• A proven track record in service transformation and strategic workforce planning.
• Deep knowledge of employment law, TUPE, and contract management.
• Evidence of Continuing Professional Development. 

Please be advised that only candidates that have the specific skills and experiences required for this role will be shortlisted and submitted to our client for review. 

How to Apply:
If you are interested in applying, please press the button below, send your CV to james.fernandez@temptingrecruitment.co.uk or contact James on 020 3854 4907 to discuss further.

To explore other exciting opportunities or learn more about our recruitment process, please visit our website https://www.temptingrecruitment

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