Policy Update Manager

Policy Update Manager, up to £38k pa, 4 month contract, public sector, Bristol, hybrid working or WFH.

Your new company
Value led government organisation with a great working environment.

Your new role
As the Policy Update Manager, you will responsible for:

* Delivering 4-7 updated policies
* Assess template policies recommend whether these should be used as a basis for new policies within the organisation.
* Source additional best practice policies and include best practice within the new policies.
* Provide analysis between policies.
* Seek input and comments on the policies from Managers and HR
* Listen to differing points of view. Balance requested changes with practical considerations. Ensure key changes agreed are reflected in the new policy.
* Communicating fairly, clearly and in a timely manner with stakeholders and colleagues
* Identifying and managing risk
* Liaise with employment lawyers where appropriate
* Consult or negotiate with the Trade Union on the proposed changes to the policies (with assistance from the Project Manager)

What you'll need to succeed
Essential

* Successful delivery of a comparable change initiative. This should include writing new policies, updating existing policies or updating terms and conditions of employment.
* Sound understanding, and extensive use of, HR policies.
* Sound understanding of, and extensive use of, terms and conditions of employment.
* Ability to quickly build and maintain relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders
* Persuasive communication skills.
* Experience of delivering under pressure.
* Data analysis skills, including experience of reviewing/comparing information, and clear presentation of differences/results.
* Excellent writing ability. Ability to write succinctly and in plain English.
* Strong understanding of issues relating to diversity and inclusion.
* Strong and up-to-date understanding of employment legislation.

Desirable:

* Experience of negotiating change within a unionised organisation

* Experience of updating the following policies: Travel and expenses, Annual leave, Special leave, Job evaluation.
* Understanding of Civil Service Pensions schemes.
* Public sector experience.
* Project management experience.
* HR service management expertise including familiarity with the structures, processes and tasks undertaken by a full HR and Payroll service.
* Membership of the CIPD and/or Masters degree in an HR related discipline.
* Successful delivery of a similar project involving workforce policies improvements.

Key competencies:

* Experience and professional & technical expertise
* Changing and improving
* Leading and communicating
* Delivering at pace

What you'll get in return
Flexible working options available. Option to work from home.
Competitive salary and full range of benefits

What you need to do now
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