We are really happy to be able to offer a permanent opportunity to work with us in HR Operations as a Senior HR Business Partner.

This is an exciting period for the council, we are in a period of transformation and this role is a key position to support the organisation through the changes.

Key aspects of the role include:

• Lead and Innovate:Partnering with Department(s) to focus on all aspects of People activity, from aligning plans to the People Strategy, to supporting performance on key people metrics
• Collaborate and Influence: Provide HR leadership, support and challenge across the respective Department(s) to deliver people solutions to address strategic and operational challenges
• Drive Change: enable and support transformational change across respective Department(s)

Here at Derbyshire, how you work is as important as what you deliver and we are looking for a leader who is collaborative, innovative, can take accountability and empower the departments and their team to deliver for the people that are working with them.

As part of HR Operations, this role will have line management responsibility for 2-3 HR Business Partners and work alongside the Strategic Workforce Planning manager.

Ready to Apply?

If you would like to apply for this role, please submit your CV and a supporting statement outlining why you think you would be a good fit for the role, please take a look at the Job and Person Profile for more details.

Please submit your application no later thanSunday 31 st August 2025.

Provisional interview date: Week commencing 8 th September 2025.

Why Join Us?
• Flexi Time Scheme – Up to 2 days flexi leave every 4 weeks
• Generous Annual Leave – Supporting your work-life balance
• Local Government Pension Scheme – Financial peace of mind
• Wellbeing Support – Including physiotherapy, CBT, and counselling
• EV Salary Sacrifice Scheme – Drive green, save money
• Exclusive Discounts – Through Our Derbyshire Rewards

We really look forward to hearing from you!

Apply now and take the first step towards a fulfilling career with us! By joining Derbyshire County Council you will have access to a range of amazing rewards and employee benefits, including our generous annual leave scheme, excellent local government pension and fantastic employee discounts. To discover more detail about the rewards and benefits available to you, click here

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This role currently offers hybrid working options which will be to subject service needs, there'll be an opportunity to discuss working arrangements for this position at interview.

Important:Derbyshire County Council holds a sponsorship licence, butthis role does not offer visa sponsorship. Please applyonly if you already have the right to work in the UK without sponsorship, as applications that do not meet this requirement will be rejected. If your visa allows you to work independently in the UK, include yourshare codeanddate of birthin your application. If shortlisted, we will verify your status before proceeding.

We welcome applications from individuals who share our values — being Collaborative, Innovative, Empowered and Accountable. These values describe who we are and what we stand for as a council. They help shape our culture, encourage consistent behaviour and guide how we work together to make a positive difference for both our employees and the residents we serve.

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