Job summary
The Role:
We have an exciting fixed term/secondment opportunity for a Head of Partnering to lead our team of People and Organisation Development (POD) Partners and join the senior leadership team for the POD directorate.
About us:
We are a thriving People and OD team. We want to create integrated and strategic outcomes by developing our organisation, enabling our leaders, embedding strategic workforce planning and improving employee experience and engagement.
In the last year or two we've assessed our culture at Public Health Wales, developed a behavioural framework to bring our values to life, taken forward a programme of work on leadership and management development and supported significant change programmes.
We've been shortlisted for a CIPD Wales award for our approach to hybrid working and won awards for that and for our work on analytics from the Healthcare People Management Association.
Well-being is in our DNA, and we are committed to supporting our employees, colleagues, partners, and communities. We focus on our development. We manage by results rather than presence and wherever possible support our employees to make choices about how they work, in line with the work which needs to be delivered.
Main duties of the job
Key Responsibilities:
Leading People & OD Partners to:
Partner Executive Directors and senior managers, delivering strategic support across the employee lifecycle.
Enable the translation of long-term strategy and people strategy into strategic workforce plans that support their delivery.
Maximise performance through personal and professional development.
Acting as a strategic partner to Executive Directors and senior managers.
Leading the People & OD Directorate as a core member of the senior team
Leading on significant change management initiatives to drive organisational effectiveness,
Collaborating with NHS colleagues across Wales and influencing the All-Wales agenda.
Fixed Term for 12 months to cover secondment.
About us
Public Health Wales is the National Public Health Institute in Wales. Our vision is 'Working to achieve a healthier future for Wales' where we play a pivotal role in driving improvements in population health and well-being, reducing health inequalities, improving healthcare outcomes, protecting the public and supporting the development of health in all policies across Wales. 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, the benefits we offer and guidance on the application process, please visit https://phw.nhs.wales/working-for-us/applicant-information-and-guidance/
Job description
Job responsibilities
Were Looking For:
A strong background in leading teams of People & OD Partners / HR Business Partners at a strategic level and an understanding of the importance and impact of culture, values, behaviour, and leadership. Key skills and experience:
Proven experience in professional partnering at an executive and senior level.
The ability to develop trusting and effective relationships and engage others through a coaching style.
Expertise in organisation development and change
A risk-based approach and an improvement mindset
Experience in working effectively in complex trade unionised organisations and fostering positive partnership working.
Understanding of the breadth and complexity of the NHS and Welsh context
Please see the Job Description and Person Specification for full details of the job role and the essential and desirable criteria required.
The assessment for the role will take place on the 8th October.
If youd like an informal discussion about this role, please contact Rachel Attwood, Deputy Director of People OD Rachel.Attwood@wales.nhs.uk
Public Health Wales continues to be an employer open to the opportunities of flexible/hybrid working. This role can predominantly be remote but will also require regular office attendance in Cardiff. We are supportive of flexible working and tailoring working patterns to individual circumstances where business needs allow.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Were Looking For:
A strong background in leading teams of People & OD Partners / HR Business Partners at a strategic level and an understanding of the importance and impact of culture, values, behaviour, and leadership. Key skills and experience:
Proven experience in professional partnering at an executive and senior level.
The ability to develop trusting and effective relationships and engage others through a coaching style.
Expertise in organisation development and change
A risk-based approach and an improvement mindset
Experience in working effectively in complex trade unionised organisations and fostering positive partnership working.
Understanding of the breadth and complexity of the NHS and Welsh context
Please see the Job Description and Person Specification for full details of the job role and the essential and desirable criteria required.
The assessment for the role will take place on the 8th October.
If youd like an informal discussion about this role, please contact Rachel Attwood, Deputy Director of People OD Rachel.Attwood@wales.nhs.uk
Public Health Wales continues to be an employer open to the opportunities of flexible/hybrid working. This role can predominantly be remote but will also require regular office attendance in Cardiff. We are supportive of flexible working and tailoring working patterns to individual circumstances where business needs allow.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Knowledge
Essential
- Educated to Masters level in relevant discipline or equivalent knowledge and expertise.
- CIPD Level 7 or equivalent qualification in Human Resources or Organisational Development.
- Chartered membership of CIPD or working towards attainment.
- Strong knowledge of OD principles, HR best practices, and UK employment law.
Desirable
- FCIPD or equivalent professional qualification
- Additional qualifications in change management, coaching, or leadership development.
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience in a senior HR or OD role, with a track record of delivering successful OD strategies.
- Proven experience in leading and developing HR teams.
- Experience in managing change and driving organisational transformation.
Skills and Attributes
Essential
- Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to build effective relationships and influence stakeholders at all levels.
- Excellent leadership and people management skills.
- High level of emotional intelligence, with the ability to foster a positive and inclusive work environment.
Desirable
- The ability to communicate in Welsh
Person Specification
Qualifications and Knowledge
Essential
- Educated to Masters level in relevant discipline or equivalent knowledge and expertise.
- CIPD Level 7 or equivalent qualification in Human Resources or Organisational Development.
- Chartered membership of CIPD or working towards attainment.
- Strong knowledge of OD principles, HR best practices, and UK employment law.
Desirable
- FCIPD or equivalent professional qualification
- Additional qualifications in change management, coaching, or leadership development.
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience in a senior HR or OD role, with a track record of delivering successful OD strategies.
- Proven experience in leading and developing HR teams.
- Experience in managing change and driving organisational transformation.
Skills and Attributes
Essential
- Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to build effective relationships and influence stakeholders at all levels.
- Excellent leadership and people management skills.
- High level of emotional intelligence, with the ability to foster a positive and inclusive work environment.
Desirable
- The ability to communicate in Welsh
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
