Job overview
We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Human Resources Manager to join our People Team. This is a pivotal role supporting operational divisions to deliver high-quality patient care through effective people management and workforce strategies.
You will act as a trusted HR partner, providing expert advice, guidance, and support across a broad range of HR matters, ensuring alignment with organisational objectives while mitigating risk.
You will provide comprehensive HR advice and support to managers and staff on all aspects of the employee life-cycle as well as support divisions to achieve operational and corporate objectives, ensuring workforce strategies enhance patient care and organisational performance.
At Walsall Healthcare NHS Trust, we are committed to creating a supportive and inclusive working environment where our staff can thrive and make a meaningful impact. Apply today to be part of a team that is dedicated to delivering excellence in healthcare through its people.
Main duties of the job
To provide, guidance and support to managers and staff on all aspects of HR including, terms and conditions (Agenda for Change), job evaluation, absence management, managing performance and capability, disciplinary and grievance issues, TUPE and employment law. Advise on organisational change programmes in accordance with annual plan and Cost Improvement Programme (CIP) requirements. Produce monthly divisional workforce metrics in order to inform, monitor and challenge divisional performance. Support the divisional team in re-designing job roles and functions to improve service delivery and financial stability with reference to CIP. Completion of proactive Workforce Planning with divisions in support of Divisional capacity to align with the annual planning process
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
To be the HR expert in supporting divisions, care groups, teams in respect to all employee relations activity
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This advert is for Human Resources Manager with Walsall Healthcare NHS Trust in Walsall, Midlands, England. It is listed as a Band 7 Manager and corporate role. The advertised salary is £49,387 - £56,515 per annum. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 19 Jun 2026.
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