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About the Organisation
Are you ready to put the theory into practice and join a forward thinking Council as part of an experienced, respected and supportive HR team – if YES, read on. Monmouthshire County Council (MCC) are looking to recruit their first graduate into the HR team. Working alongside Council Officers with extensive HR and local government knowledge, you will be embedded in a team that will support your development and give you room to prove your excellence. If you are an enthusiastic and ambitious graduate who wants to build experience and skills across a wide range of HR functions we want to hear more. It is important you have a passion and flair for all things people related and want to make a difference. MCC cares about its people, wellbeing, the environment and our society and how we can make it sustainable for future generations to come. This is why we are a modern place to come and work. We champion the use of technology and encourage hybrid working: you want to work in an office with great people? Done. You want to work remotely at times which suit you? Done. What’s guaranteed is that you will be surrounded by amazing supportive colleagues wherever you are. Speaking of colleagues, you will be an important part of the HR team and will work with a network of highly professional, knowledgeable and super friendly people who will equip you with the confidence and work-readiness to take on whatever challenges you want to achieve.
Reporting (to) Arrangements- Line managed by HR Business Partner
About the Role
This job will give you meaningful work and considerable experience with the chance to spend time with our other brilliant teams in recruitment, systems and data, training and HR Business Partners. Our Council employs around 4000 people and offers a broad range of services to its citizens, and we will give you the full experience in service delivery across our corporate and school settings. Based in the beautiful County of Monmouthshire that boasts amazing scenic walks with mountaintop views, glistening river valleys, quaint market towns and food heaven for all you foodies. What’s not to love? Still interested? You have nothing to lose but plenty to gain by applying.
Duties and Responsibilities
- People analytics through data exploitation.
- Workforce planning support.
- Contract monitoring and supervision (Occupational Health, agency).
- Collaborative and pro-active interventions to prioritise workflow and interventions.
- HR casework support and management working with HR Business Partners.
- Support digital transformation of HR services and processes.
- Contribute to policy reviews, for example ED&I.
Essential Skills
- Degree level in HR or Business Support.
- Knowledge of current HR legislation and procedures.
- Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
- Ability to work independently and be self-motivated as well as working as part of a team.
- Excellent organisational and time management skills.
- Understands the requirements of confidentiality.
Desirable Skills
- Excellent I.T skills.
- Ability to manipulate and analyse data.
- Ability to prioritise work.
- Ability to think creatively to provide innovative solutions.
Any Special Conditions
Everyone is welcome (hybrid working is an option)
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