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JOB DESCRIPTION:

Human Resources Manager

LEVEL & SALARY

Level 9 up to 39402
(Inclusive of 2% pay award effective 1st April 2014)

RESPONSIBLE TO:

Director of Human
Development

RESPONSIBLE FOR:

Human Resources Officers x2


Learning & Development Officer
Human Resources Administrator
Apprentice in HR Business Administration

DEPARTMENT:

Human Resources

Resources

and

Organisational

OVERALL JOB PURPOSE:


To assist the Director of HR & OD, Executive Directors, Directors and Managers in
the development and implementation of leading edge HR and Organisational
Development policies and procedures to support and facilitate the achievement of
required organisational objectives and cultural change.
To be responsible for and oversee the delivery of the HR team for Halton Housing
Trust (HHT). To line manage the HR team to ensure a high standard of service to
internal and external customers.
To assist in the planning of effective people resourcing of the Trust to meet business
needs.
Work with the Director of HR & OD, Executive Directors, Directors and Managers to
communicate and promote the Trusts corporate vision internally.
To assist in promoting diversity and the equality of opportunity and respect for all.
The Trusts six key strategic behaviours are:
Adapt to change
Challenge how we do things
Work with others
Take Ownership
Make decisions
Enjoy your job
The behaviours apply to all roles within the Trust.

In the selection process you will be required to provide an example(s) of how you
have demonstrated each behaviour in the context of the role.
PRINCIPLE ACCOUNTABILITES:
1. Management of a professional, modern HR function and to oversee all day to
day activities of the HR Team.
2.

To contribute to the development and implementation of the HR and OD


Strategy, co-ordinating the Trusts resources to deliver the longer term vision
and objectives of the Trust.

3.

To build a strong employer brand through the development of modern working


practices to enable the Trust to attract, recruit, retain and reward employees
and be recognised as an employer of choice.

4.

To assist in the development and implementation of organisational cultural


and change programmes to support a modern and forward thinking
organisation and encourage innovation

5.

To lead on people related projects and initiatives and adopt the Trusts project
management methodology when appropriate.

6.

To take a lead role, along with the HR team, in the development of the HR
Teams annual Business Plan and to be responsible for setting the annual HR
budget.

7.

To lead on absence management for the Trust, support and coach mangers in
managing absence cases. Closely monitor performance and report on a
monthly basis.

8.

To lead on Health and Wellbeing (H&W) for the Trust and implement a
number of H&W related initiatives through the development of an annual
programme

9.

To lead on the Trusts Employee Satisfaction Survey (currently the annual


Times Top 100 Best Companies to work for survey), from delivery to data
analysis and reporting.

10. To contribute to the development of modern, up to date people policies in line


with the policy framework, using CIPD guidelines and taking account of
relevant employment legislation
11. Autonomously manage, monitor and review the HR budget in line with the
business plan.
12. To act as the lead, and support the HR Officers, on all employee relations
issues including disciplinary, grievance and capability cases, sometimes of a
complex nature and ensure they are dealt with swiftly. Attend the employment

tribunal if required. Oversee all HR activities including recruitment,


performance management, reward and recognition.
13. To conduct annual and half year formal performance reviews and regular oneto-ones with the HR team as part of the Trusts performance management
process, and ensure delivery against objectives
14. To assist in the preparation and planning for the Employee Forum meetings
and take an active role along with the Director of HR and OD
15. To monitor and regularly report on the performance of suppliers through the
Trusts Supplier Performance Management System (SPMS) e.g. employment
law solicitors, Occupational Health provider(s), and complete supplier
performance information.
16. To monitor and regularly report on the performance of the HR team though
the Trusts strategic and operational balanced scorecards.
17. To lead on the annual employee conference or an equivalent event or
initiative
18. To provide an excellent internal and external customer centred service and
ensure high levels of satisfaction through a consultancy based approach.
19. Develop and maintain excellent working relationships with all recognised trade
unions
20. To manage, support and encourage the HR team using a coaching style of
management
21. To lead on flexible working for the Trust and contribute to embedding a
flexible working culture
22. To identify and achieve efficiencies in the way the HR team operate to ensure
maximum effectiveness, and achieve value for money. Ensure the HR team
adds value to the Trust.
23. To meet regularly with the HR team to ensure team communication operates
effectively and ensure resources are directed to meet business need and
priorities. Provide specialist advice to management teams to ensure
legislative and legal requirements are met.
24. To maintain specialist knowledge of employment legislation and act as a
primary source of advice and support for managers.
25. Ensure commitment to professional and managerial continuous professional
development and develop links with networks, agencies, partners and local
businesses within and outside of the housing sector, looking for opportunities
for the Trust.

26. Carry out any other duties appropriate to the post as necessary or as
requested.
27. Represent, promote and maintain a positive attitude and image for Halton
Housing Trust.

KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE:


Graduate membership of the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development
(CIPD) with significant experience at senior level or Chartered membership of the
CIPD
Evidence of continuing professional and management development
A full UK Driving Licence.
Proven management ability at senior level with an ability to work on multiple short
and long term tasks to specific deadlines and an ability to work at a strategic level.
Generalist HR management experience in an organisation of similar complexity and
size.
Ability to manage and control budgets. Monitor and report on costs, budgets and
performance statistics in order to make recommendations on value for money and to
achieve best practice.
Experience of consultation and negotiation with Trade Unions
Experience of working with a policy framework and policy development
Significant experience of general HR matters including employee relations, reward
and recognition, employee engagement, learning and development, supporting
culture change
In depth and up to date knowledge of employment legislation and relevant codes of
practice
Detailed working knowledge of equal opportunities and the Equality Act 2010
Experience of implementation and maintenance of HR/Payroll systems
Experience of managing, training, co-ordinating and developing staff to ensure
continuous development and improvement.
Knowledge of health and safety regulations and to ensure that the HR team have
been adequately trained
Excellent organisational skills and the ability to be able to prioritise conflicting
priorities and delegate work

Ability to plan and prioritise resourcing to ensure staffing levels meet the needs of
the business
Ability to assimilate and analyse complex information and data and advise on
appropriate actions
Ability to use ICT skills to translate management information and data into user
friendly effective reports
Ability to produce formal reports for Directors and Board members.
Ability to produce and present a suite of monthly/quarterly KPIs to communicate
performance to the Directors Team and Board.
Effective in potential problem analysis and practical decision making
Ability to communicate concisely and effectively, both verbally and in writing
Able to lead, motivate and develop teams
ICT literate ability to use Word, Excel, PowerPoint
Ability to work with HR and payroll systems
SKILLS
Ability to influence, persuade and negotiate with others in a positive way
Political awareness
Ability to motivate self and others and make decisions without direct supervision
A commitment to delivering an excellent, credible, professional and high performing
HR service
Excellent time keeping skills and commitment to delivering a high standard of
service.
Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build strong relationships, gaining the
confidence and respect of peers
Ability to manage and work co-operatively as part of a team and to engage positively
with customers and other staff.
Self-motivated, innovative, motivated, energetic

Able to identify ways to improve policies, procedures and service delivery to meet
customers needs and be proactive in identifying barriers to change and seeking
ways to overcome them.
Understand how changes to employment legislation can be integrated into strategy
and plans how to manage this.
Ability to keep up-to-date with best practice, initiatives and opportunities in all areas
relating to this role and to amend working practices to achieve efficiencies through
smarter thinking.
Able to work consistently with requirements relating to:

The Trusts overall need to comply with legislative, regulatory,


constitutional and financial requirements and to work to high professional
and ethical standards

The Trusts Equality and Diversity policy

The Trusts Health and Safety policy

The Trusts management of risk

Signature of Job-holder:.........
Signature of Line Manager: ..........................................
Signature of Line Managers Manager
Date: ................................

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