Interim HR Manager

We are working in partnership with Norfolk & Suffolk Police on their appointment of an Interim HR Manager for a period of up to 12 months to cover a secondment within the organisation. This is a key role leading an HR team and working closely with senior management and Senior HR Managers. As Interim HR Manager you will lead, coach and develop an HR team to deliver effective ER case management ensuring continuous improvement in policy and process development, reward and employee engagement.All potential candidates should read through the following details of this job with care before making an application.What youll be doing:Manage the day-to-day delivery of an effective HR service through the coaching and development of an established HR team.Provide high quality advice and guidance on all areas of HR and organisational development, being a Trusted Advisor to senior leadership.Work closely with the HR Policy Manager on policy development, ensuring you stay on top of legislative changes.Support the HR Reward Manager with job evaluation and providing advice on areas of recognition and reward.About you:Ideally CIPD L7 qualified (or significant HR experience in lieu)Excellent ER knowledgeExperience of delivering a comprehensive HR service within a fast changing and complex organisationStrong interpersonal skills including relationship building, motivating others and influencingExperience of managing budgetsFlexibility to travel within Norfolk & Suffolk when requiredExperience of working within a Unionised environment is advantageousWhy work for Norfolk and Suffolk Police?Norfolk and Suffolk Police have gained a reputation as pioneering and innovative forces, responsible for policing a large diverse, multi-cultural population.If you are looking for a fresh challenge which offers a genuine opportunity to make a real difference to peoples lives, variety and the chance to broaden your experience, then Norfolk or Suffolk is the force for you.Benefits include:24 days holiday per year in addition to public holidaysHybrid working 1 day in HQ at Wymondham, 2 days in the area and 2 days from homeOption of joining the local government pension schemeOption of joining the sports & social staff association and UNISON and enjoying the benefits these provideAccess to the Blue Light Card with 100s of discountsPaid-for training is available as is the opportunity to have mentoring, in a workplace where development is encouragedAccess to an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) A confidential service, available 365 days a year, 24/7, free of charge which can provide around the clock support and guidance to help you manage work and personal stressors, as well as support you through lifestyle changesSupport Networks that provide information and opportunities to share experiences as well as offering advice and support to membersA diverse, equal and inclusive workforce in an organisation that values its peopleA member of the National Police Healthcare Scheme, offering affordable private healthcare to Officers, staff members and their familiesImportant information for Applicants:Vetting and safeguardingNorfolk and Suffolk constabularies are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment. All employees and volunteers therefore will be subject to background checks including vetting and references.Police Barred and Advisory listsIndividuals placed on the Police Barred and Advisory lists will not be considered for employment by the police for a minimum of 5 years from the date of listing in the case of gross misconduct, or 3 years from the date of listing in the case of poor performance.Eligibility CriteriaAll Applicants must reside in the UK and have continuous residency for the past five years (The only exceptions are being stationed abroad through the Armed Forces or having taken extended holiday / travelled for a period of less than 12 months, where your UK residency has been maintained)If this role is of interest and you are immediately available or on a short notice period, please reach out to Eithne Sanders at Waddington Brown for an informal conversation.TPBN1_UKTJ

Created: 2025-10-10