HR Consultant

Interim HR Consultant – East London / Hybrid – £37.84 per hour (Umbrella)

A London Local Authority is seeking an experienced Interim HR Consultant to deliver high-quality HR advice and support across a broad range of employee relations and organisational matters.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide expert advice, guidance, and practical HR solutions to managers and employees in line with policy and legislation
Manage a portfolio of complex HR cases, ensuring timely and effective resolution
Coach and support line managers to build strong people management capability
Lead and coordinate a team within the HR Advice & Consultancy service
Support organisational change programmes and transformation initiatives
Develop and maintain HR toolkits, including policies, procedures, and guidance materials
Ensure a consistent, responsive, and high-quality HR service aligned to organisational priorities
Requirements:

Strong knowledge of employee relations and UK employment legislation
Proven experience handling complex casework and organisational change
Ability to build effective relationships and influence stakeholders at all levels
Experience leading or managing HR teams in a large, diverse organisation
Excellent analytical skills and sound judgement in advising on HR matters
MCIPD (or equivalent)