The HR Advisor will support OD & HR initiatives that drive organisational improvement. The postholder will embody the OD&HR Services core purpose, which is to 'enable colleagues to be the best they can be, and to deliver excellent services to our customers'.

Opportunity

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a highly capable HR Advisor to join our fast-paced, dynamic OD & HR team at Cheshire West and Chester Council on a fixed-term contract until August 2026. The role is for 30 hours per week, with the possibility of increasing to full-time (37 hours per week).

Responsibilities

• Provide professional advice to support Council Directorates on all aspects of HR and people management.
• Ensure employees are managed fairly and consistently.
• Support employee relations casework and manage your workload effectively.
• Demonstrate influencing and negotiation skills.
• Maintain a thorough understanding of up-to-date employment legislation and best practices in people management.
• Support the delivery of the 2025-2029 People Strategy, working collaboratively across the OD & HR service to enhance colleague experience and embed the ‘One Council’ approach.

Benefits

In return, you will contribute to improving our colleague experience at a high-performing Council. Benefits include 26 days of annual leave, increasing with service, plus bank holidays, options to purchase additional leave, flexible and remote working arrangements, and access to various reward, recognition, wellbeing, and development programs.

Additional Information

Interviews are expected to take place during the week commencing 8th September 2025.

For an informal discussion, please contact:

• Lucy Wilson, HR Lead, at lucy.wilson@cheshirewestandchester.gov.uk
• Danielle Roscoe, Strategic OD & HR Manager, at danielle.roscoe@cheshirewestandchester.gov.uk