Job Description

HR Business Partner (HRBP), Band 8a, 1.00 WTE (maternity cover) & 0.8 WTE. 12-month secondment/FTC



Chief People Officer Directorate



Are you ready to take your HR expertise to the next level and play a central role in shaping the future of our organisation? We are seeking two talented HR Business Partners (1.8 WTE in total) to join our ambitious Chief People Officer Directorate. Our preference is for a 12-month secondment, but we will consider a fixed-term contract in exceptional cases.



This is an exciting time to join us. As an HR Business Partner, you'll be at the forefront of organisational change, working closely with senior leaders and managers to support them through complex workforce issues and transformation initiatives. You'll provide expert HR guidance and strategic input on everything from employee relations and recruitment to workforce planning and reward, ensuring our people strategies are aligned to the needs of the organisation.



Your days will be varied and fast-paced, as you lead high-profile HR projects, manage sensitive or high-risk employee relations cases, and help managers navigate organisational change with confidence and clarity. You'll play a key role in enabling our managers to address workforce challenges and deliver positive outcomes for their teams, while also having the autonomy to make decisions on complex issues and influence our broader HR agenda.



We're looking for someone with highly developed HR knowledge, ideally as a Chartered Member of CIPD (MCIPD) or with equivalent experience, and a good working knowledge of employment law. You'll be adaptable, resilient, and thrive in a fast-moving environment. Your ability to build strong relationships, communicate effectively, and manage sensitive situations with professionalism will be key to your success.



You'll be joining a passionate and collaborative HR team, committed to being a trusted partner and enabler of positive change. This is your chance to make a real difference, helping to shape and drive forward innovative people solutions, and supporting managers as they lead their teams through periods of change and growth. We pride ourselves on being a friendly and supportive team, and we offer flexible working arrangements to help you succeed in the role.



If you're a proactive, strategic thinker who is excited by variety and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact, we would love to hear from you. For an informal conversation about the role, please get in touch with Marianna Borojevic-Gray, Senior HR Business Partner via marianna.borojevic-gray@nhs.net



These roles are advertised as a secondment opportunity however in exceptional circumstances a fixed term contract may be considered.

NHS Devon Integrated Care System



As an Integrated Care System (ICS), we recognise now more than ever that we can only provide the care that people really need by working together. Together for Devon therefore represents a partnership where health and care services work together with local communities to improve peoples health, wellbeing and care. It aims to transform health and care services so they are clinically, socially and financially sustainable.

Our vision is simple:

equal chances for everyone in Devon to lead long, happy and healthy lives. To achieve this, we have set out six ambitions for the next five years that will help us transform services including: Effective and efficient care, embedding the Integrated Care Model, the Devon deal (a citizen-led approach to health and care), Children and young people, Digital Devon and ensuring Equality.



About NHS Devon



As part of the Devon ICS, NHS Devon Integrated Care Board is responsible for the majority of county's NHS budget, and develops a plan to improve peoples health, deliver high-quality care and better value for money. The organisation is led by a diverse board, with an aim to improve peoples lives in Devon wherever they live, to reduce health inequalities and make sure we can deliver these services for the long term. For more information, visit our website www.onedevon.org.uk



Eligibility to Work in the UK - Important Information

NHS Devon does not currently hold a sponsorship license to support visa applications . We have been able to successfully meet our recruitment needs without the requirement for visa sponsorship. As such, we are only able to consider applications from candidates who already have the appropriate legal right to work in the UK at the time of application. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workforce and welcome applications from all qualified individuals who meet this requirement. Thank you for your understanding.



Please see the attached job description and person specification for full details of the role and responsibilities.



Vacancies may close early if a high volume of applications are received.