Job Description To assist in the review of the councils conditions of service recognising the changes to working practices across all sectors and changes to wider societal habits and norms, expectations and ways of working. This should take into account the normalisation of weekend and evening working prevalent across many work settings and the increased demand for council services outwith traditional office hours. Requirements Reporting to the lead officer on the project, assist and support the development of a revised conditions of service package Assist in the development of a structured programme of sustainable, fit for purpose and financially affordable potential conditions of service models Collate and analyse benchmarking information across other councils and relevant private sector employers Ensure a thorough and timeous recording of all actions within the Project Plan and other relevant documentation/systems The Individual Minimum six months in generalist HR role, with experience/knowledge of: Preparation, analysis and evaluation of reports including making recommendations Provision of advice on conditions of service issues Advising managers and employees on employment related issues Experience of software packages and analysis of data Experience of research, analysis and evaluation, particularly employment related issues Degree in relevant discipline or equivalent* Knowledge of contracts of employment and employment law Understanding of current HR and local authority issues Knowledge of role of trade unions and employee consultation Awareness of Equality issues Understanding of HR Management Information, trends Ability to assimilate information quickly, work using initiative and common sense and to take balanced decisions when necessary Ability to respond to competing demands, prioritise self and work on own initiative Research skills and ability to sift information, apply relevant information to the Council Ability to remain impartial and stand own ground Ability to review, analyse, interpret stats to develop findings and recommendations Excellent communication and presentation skills oral and written Knowledge and understanding of HR policies and legislation and ability to relate it to practical issues Knowledge of employment legislation and relevant issues Ability to gain trust of managers Ability to work accurately and to accept responsibility Sound knowledge of good practice and ability to give constructive advice under pressure Ability to produce reports with clear and appropriate evidence based recommendations Confident, well founded approach Must respect confidentiality Ability to relate to people at all levels Ability to work effectively as part of a team Closing Date: 30 May 2025 Salary: £33,439.90 Hourly Rate: £17.74 Hours Per Week: 36.25 hours For all enquiries please contact Grant Cruickshank on 07800 670651 Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme Disability Confident About Disability Confident A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that declares they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people. For more details please go to Disability Confident.. Location : Elgin, Scotland, United Kingdom