Head Of People And Organisational Development (OD) Operations
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Location
Cardiff, Wales, United Kingdom
Posted At
7/9/2025
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Description
Public Health Wales is seeking an experienced and values-driven Head of People and Organisational Development (OD) Operations to lead and improve the delivery of our People and OD operational services across the organisation.
This critical leadership role is responsible for shaping and delivering a high-performing service across all areas of the employee lifecycle – including workforce planning, recruitment, job evaluation, policy development, employee relations, people analytics, and systems. You will develop and embed a culture of continuous improvement, inclusion, and excellence, ensuring People and OD operations meet evolving organisational needs through user centred approaches.
You’ll also play a key role in fostering positive working relationships with Trade Unions, leading on complex employee relations matters, and ensuring policies reflect both legal standards and our commitment to wellbeing, equality, and respect.
We welcome applications from people who share our values and are passionate about improving the employee experience across the public health workforce in Wales.
Whilst in role, the key aspects you’ll be working through are:
Together, our teams work to prevent disease, protect health, and provide leadership, specialist services and public health expertise. We are the main source of public health information, research and innovation in Wales. Never more has public health been so important as we come through the Coronavirus pandemic, face the challenges of the cost-of-living crisis and tackle and prevent the harmful effects of climate change.
Our organisation is guided by our Values, 'Working together, with trust and respect, to make a difference'. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace that values equality, diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications which represent the rich diversity of the communities we serve and from those wishing to work part time or on a job share basis.
To find out more about working for us and the benefits we offer please visit https://phw.nhs.wales/careers/
For guidance on the application process, please visit https://phw.nhs.wales/working-for-us/applicant-information-and-guidance/
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Rachel Attwood Job title: Deputy Director of People & OD Email address: [email protected]
This critical leadership role is responsible for shaping and delivering a high-performing service across all areas of the employee lifecycle – including workforce planning, recruitment, job evaluation, policy development, employee relations, people analytics, and systems. You will develop and embed a culture of continuous improvement, inclusion, and excellence, ensuring People and OD operations meet evolving organisational needs through user centred approaches.
You’ll also play a key role in fostering positive working relationships with Trade Unions, leading on complex employee relations matters, and ensuring policies reflect both legal standards and our commitment to wellbeing, equality, and respect.
We welcome applications from people who share our values and are passionate about improving the employee experience across the public health workforce in Wales.
Whilst in role, the key aspects you’ll be working through are:
- Lead the People and OD Operations function, delivering high-quality, consistent, and responsive services across the full employee lifecycle.
- Provide strategic advice and operational leadership across areas such as policy development, employment relations, job evaluation, and workforce planning.
- Build and maintain collaborative and constructive relationships with Trade Unions, providing expert leadership in complex employee relations cases and promoting good industrial relations.
- Oversee the design, implementation, and evaluation of policies and procedures, ensuring alignment with legislation, best practice, and organisational culture.
- Champion initiatives that promote employee engagement, wellbeing, and inclusion, embedding continuous improvement and staff voice across the service.
- Represent Public Health Wales at local and national workforce forums, supporting the development and implementation of all-Wales people policies and initiatives.
- Develop and manage budgets and contracts within the People and OD Operations function, ensuring value for money and effective governance.
- Produce complex reports, papers, and proposals for senior stakeholders including the Executive Team and Board Committees.
Together, our teams work to prevent disease, protect health, and provide leadership, specialist services and public health expertise. We are the main source of public health information, research and innovation in Wales. Never more has public health been so important as we come through the Coronavirus pandemic, face the challenges of the cost-of-living crisis and tackle and prevent the harmful effects of climate change.
Our organisation is guided by our Values, 'Working together, with trust and respect, to make a difference'. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace that values equality, diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications which represent the rich diversity of the communities we serve and from those wishing to work part time or on a job share basis.
To find out more about working for us and the benefits we offer please visit https://phw.nhs.wales/careers/
For guidance on the application process, please visit https://phw.nhs.wales/working-for-us/applicant-information-and-guidance/
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Rachel Attwood Job title: Deputy Director of People & OD Email address: [email protected]
Advertise with us by contacting: [email protected]
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