Assistant Director of People and Inclusion (4722386)Reference Salary Job Location Job Type Posted Closing date
Assistant Director of People and Inclusion Location: Bury Bury Council is on a bold and ambitious journey. Halfway through our 10-year “Let’s Do It!” strategy, we’re transforming how public services are delivered and how communities engage with them. We’re reshaping our corporate core to increase the pace for delivery of this vision, and now we’re looking for a strategic and operational leader to join us as Assistant Director of People and Inclusion – who will be the most senior HR/People Professional in the council. The Role This is a pivotal leadership role reporting to the Executive Director of Strategy & Transformation. You’ll lead a multidisciplinary HR function including HR Operations, Business Partnering, Payroll & Pensions, Health & Safety, Organisational Development, and Equality, Diversity & Inclusion. You’ll be responsible for:
This is a hands-on role requiring both strategic vision and operational delivery. You’ll be instrumental in shaping the future of our workforce and embedding inclusive, strengths-based approaches across the organisation – driving our People Strategy. About You You’re a calm, pragmatic and resilient leader with significant senior HR experience in large, complex organisations - ideally within the public sector. You bring:
Why Bury? We’re proud of our progress on our “Let’s Do It!” strategy and we know there’s more to share and more to do. This role offers the chance to make a real impact on our workforce, our culture, and our communities. This is a permanent position paying £88,712 – £96,251 depending on experience. You’ll be based at our Bury campus with agile working arrangements , and you’ll be part of a passionate team committed to making Bury a place where everyone can thrive. How to Apply Bury Council is working in partnership with Hays Executive HR Practice to recruit for this role. To apply, please visit https://webmicrosites.hays.co.uk/web/bury-council to submit a CV and cover letter, or contact Laura Bennallack – 0333 010 5299 for an informal discussion. Closing date for applications: 29th September 2025 23.59pm Technical Interviews: w/c 6th October Shortlisting: Thursday 16th October Manager/Stakeholder Interviews: w/c 20th October Final Interviews: Thursday 23rd October and Friday 24th October Contact informationBury Council |
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