People Consultant
Company
Location
Reigate, England, United Kingdom
Posted At
6/28/2025
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Description
The starting salary for a HR People Consultant (permanent position) is £40,296 per annum, and for a HR Senior People Consultant it is £45,680 per annum, both based on a 36-hour working week. The HR Senior People Consultant position is a 12-month fixed term contract/ secondment opportunity with the potential of extension.
Surrey County Council is hiring for two fantastic roles within our People Consultancy team, a HR People Consultant and a HR Senior People Consultant. If you thrive on managing employee relations casework, working collaboratively with managers, and making a real impact, we want to hear from you!
Why These Roles?
We are expanding our People Consultancy team in preparation for the upcoming Local Government Reorganisation (LGR). These roles are being advertised now to ensure we have the right capacity and expertise in place to support this significant transition effectively.
The LGR presents a rare and exciting opportunity for HR professionals to be at the heart of a once-in-a-generation transformation.
A Unique Career Opportunity
As part of the People Consultancy team, you will play a pivotal role in supporting the TUPE transfer of staff into new unitary authorities. This is large-scale, complex work that will give you exposure to challenges and experiences few other roles can offer. You will develop specialist skills in organisational change, employee relations, and workforce transition. Skills that will set you apart in the HR field and position you as a subject matter expert in a highly sought-after area.
The team is based in Reigate and this role is open to hybrid working meaning you aren't required in the office 5 days a week working to a 2 day a week average.
Rewards And Benefits
The People Consultancy team are a dedicated group of professionals who are genuinely passionate about making a positive impact in the workplace. We pride ourselves on providing tailored support and guidance to managers and employees alike. Whether it's navigating complex HR policies, managing employee relations processes, or facilitating change management initiatives, we're here to help every step of the way.
We are a personable, friendly, and enthusiastic team that genuinely cares about the well-being and development of the people we work with. Our mission is to create a thriving workplace culture where everyone can achieve their full potential and contribute to the organisation's success. Join us, and you will find a team that values collaboration, trust, and excellence, and is always ready to lend a helping hand.
About The Roles
As a HR Senior People Consultant, you will bring your expertise in handling complex employee relations casework, collective disputes, TUPE processes, employment tribunal work, and change management. You will also play a key role in coaching and mentoring our People Consultants, ensuring high standards of casework delivery.
We are looking for someone with strong technical HR knowledge, including the practical application of employment law and HR policies. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to strategic projects and work closely with Trade Union colleagues to drive improvements.
As a HR People Consultant, you will be a trusted HR adviser to managers across the council, supporting them on a range of employee relations matters, including disciplinaries, grievances, managing absence, and performance. You will also gain exposure to restructures and TUPE cases while working as part of a collaborative and supportive team.
This role is perfect for a HR professional looking to broaden their casework experience in a dynamic and varied environment. You will benefit from a dedicated mentor, ongoing learning opportunities, and the chance to be involved in impactful HR projects.
Both roles require HR professionals with experience managing employee relations casework and providing expert advice. If you are passionate about HR, enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, and want to make a difference, we encourage you to apply.
Shortlisting Criteria
Role
If this sounds like the team and role for you (and both are equally important) we would love to see your CV and hear your responses to the shortlisting questions below:
Contact Us
If you would like to know more about this role or have an informal discussion, please contact Geraldine Judge by email at?.
The job advert closes at 23:59 on 18 July 2025, with interviews scheduled for the week commencing 28 July.
We look forward to receiving your application.
Our values are as important as our abilities and shape who we are as an organisation. Discover more about our values.
Surrey County Council is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer.
Surrey County Council is hiring for two fantastic roles within our People Consultancy team, a HR People Consultant and a HR Senior People Consultant. If you thrive on managing employee relations casework, working collaboratively with managers, and making a real impact, we want to hear from you!
Why These Roles?
We are expanding our People Consultancy team in preparation for the upcoming Local Government Reorganisation (LGR). These roles are being advertised now to ensure we have the right capacity and expertise in place to support this significant transition effectively.
The LGR presents a rare and exciting opportunity for HR professionals to be at the heart of a once-in-a-generation transformation.
A Unique Career Opportunity
As part of the People Consultancy team, you will play a pivotal role in supporting the TUPE transfer of staff into new unitary authorities. This is large-scale, complex work that will give you exposure to challenges and experiences few other roles can offer. You will develop specialist skills in organisational change, employee relations, and workforce transition. Skills that will set you apart in the HR field and position you as a subject matter expert in a highly sought-after area.
The team is based in Reigate and this role is open to hybrid working meaning you aren't required in the office 5 days a week working to a 2 day a week average.
Rewards And Benefits
- 26 days' holiday (prorated for part time staff), rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 30 days after 5 years' service
- Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave
- An extensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing
- Up to 5 days of carer's leave per year
- Paternity, adoption and dependants leave
- A generous local government salary related pension
- Lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, shopping and many more
- 2 paid volunteering days per year
- Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources
The People Consultancy team are a dedicated group of professionals who are genuinely passionate about making a positive impact in the workplace. We pride ourselves on providing tailored support and guidance to managers and employees alike. Whether it's navigating complex HR policies, managing employee relations processes, or facilitating change management initiatives, we're here to help every step of the way.
We are a personable, friendly, and enthusiastic team that genuinely cares about the well-being and development of the people we work with. Our mission is to create a thriving workplace culture where everyone can achieve their full potential and contribute to the organisation's success. Join us, and you will find a team that values collaboration, trust, and excellence, and is always ready to lend a helping hand.
About The Roles
As a HR Senior People Consultant, you will bring your expertise in handling complex employee relations casework, collective disputes, TUPE processes, employment tribunal work, and change management. You will also play a key role in coaching and mentoring our People Consultants, ensuring high standards of casework delivery.
We are looking for someone with strong technical HR knowledge, including the practical application of employment law and HR policies. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to strategic projects and work closely with Trade Union colleagues to drive improvements.
As a HR People Consultant, you will be a trusted HR adviser to managers across the council, supporting them on a range of employee relations matters, including disciplinaries, grievances, managing absence, and performance. You will also gain exposure to restructures and TUPE cases while working as part of a collaborative and supportive team.
This role is perfect for a HR professional looking to broaden their casework experience in a dynamic and varied environment. You will benefit from a dedicated mentor, ongoing learning opportunities, and the chance to be involved in impactful HR projects.
Both roles require HR professionals with experience managing employee relations casework and providing expert advice. If you are passionate about HR, enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, and want to make a difference, we encourage you to apply.
Shortlisting Criteria
Role
If this sounds like the team and role for you (and both are equally important) we would love to see your CV and hear your responses to the shortlisting questions below:
- Can you describe a challenging employee relations case you have managed, and how you approached it?
- Give an example of a time you were involved in a restructuring or change process. How did you contribute to its success?
- Tell us about a project or initiative where you helped improve HR processes or implemented a positive change.
Contact Us
If you would like to know more about this role or have an informal discussion, please contact Geraldine Judge by email at?.
The job advert closes at 23:59 on 18 July 2025, with interviews scheduled for the week commencing 28 July.
We look forward to receiving your application.
Our values are as important as our abilities and shape who we are as an organisation. Discover more about our values.
Surrey County Council is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer.
Advertise with us by contacting: [email protected]
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