Human Resources and Staff Development Department: Human Resources Officer (Policy & Communications)

About this job

The post-holder will support the organisation in the development and implementation of HR policies and procedures and will be responsible for the implementation of the monthly HR communication plan.

The post-holder will be responsible for development and design of Human Resources policies and procedures and will manage and facilitate all policy and process working groups on behalf of the team to ensure actions are implemented in a timely manner. They will be responsible for undertaking a continual review and monitoring of the practical application of the employee handbook, creating a legal framework to meet responsibilities of UNISON and staff through research and feedback from stakeholders and providing policy advice and guidance.

The post-holder will have the ability to problem solve with a proactive approach to finding solutions and have the ability to advise and communicate effectively. They will have experience of operating in an environment where there is an active trade union representative and negotiate and consult on day to day issues.

How to apply

To apply for this opportunity, please download and complete the general application form and monitoring forms (under “Resources”) and see job description and person specification (under “Documents”).

Please note that only the General Application form will be accepted.

Please send four copies of the completed application form along with the recruitment and disability monitoring form to Human Resources & Staff Development Department, UNISON Centre, 130 Euston Road, London NW1 2AY quoting ref: ORD/144.

Completed application forms must be received by no later than 12 noon on Tuesday 5 March 2019.

Interviews for this position will be held on 21 March 2019.