People Partner

Join us at a pivotal moment in local government transformation, We are entering an exciting phase of local government reorganisation, reshaping how services are delivered for our communities. This is meaningful, high-impact work offering you the chance to play a key role in shaping the future organisation while supporting our people through change. What you'll be doing As a People Partner, you will:

• Lead and manage a wide range of employee relations casework, providing expert, pragmatic advice to managers
• Partner with services to deliver transformational change and organisational restructures, from early planning through to consultation and implementation
• Act as a trusted advisor, coaching managers to confidently lead their teams through complex people challenges
• Contribute to people strategy, policy development, and wellbeing and improvement initiatives that support long-term organisational success and colleague support
  
  Are you an experienced HR professional with a passion for employee relations and organisational change? This is a unique opportunity to join a forward-thinking council at one of the most significant periods of change in modern local government., Has strong, hands-on experience in employee relations and complex case management
• Brings proven experience in organisational change, restructuring, and consultation processes
• Is confident influencing and coaching leaders at all levels
• Has a solid grounding in employment law and HR best practice
• Takes a proactive, solutions-focused approach and thrives in a fast-paced, changing environment
What makes us different
• A rare opportunity to shape large-scale public sector change
• Option to opt into a 4-day working week - supporting better work-life balance
• A genuinely supportive, collaborative team culture where your voice matters
• Strong organisational values that put people first
• Flexible, hybrid working, Be part of something bigger
  
  This is more than a People Partner role-it's a chance to leave a lasting impact on the future of local government while working with a talented and dedicated team.
  
  South Cambridgeshire District Council is a four-day week employer. We expect our colleagues to get 100% of their work done, in around 85% of their contracted hours, for 100% of their pay. All Council staff will be able to opt-in to this way of working under a Productivity Policy. We are a four-day week employer as it helps us attract and keep talented colleagues and improves services by reducing our reliance on costly agency workers. It also supports improved health and wellbeing.
Ready to make a difference? We'd love to hear from you.