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Your new organisation Values-driven public sector organisation committed to delivering high‑quality services to its communities. You’ll be part of a collaborative, progressive People Directorate focused on building a positive, inclusive culture and supporting managers and teams through expert HR practice. Your new role HR Service Strategic Lead, Gloucester based organisation, hybrid working - only apply to this role if you are able to commute to Gloucester AND have solid experience the below. The role offers the opportunity to influence meaningful change and drive best practice. You will shape and deliver a high‑performing, future‑focused People Service with an emphasis on positive Employee Relations. You’ll be providing strategic direction while leading a team. The role involves leading the HR Services Team, both operationally and strategically, working to drive performance through coaching and development, and fostering a positive employee relations culture. What you'll need to succeed This opportunity will suit an HR professional with significant senior HR experience, including managing people. Ideally, you have worked within a complex organisation, preferably public sector and /or unionised environments. Strong expertise in Employee Relations, including complex casework management and ET experience. Proven leadership of HR teams, with the ability to build capability, drive performance and inspire a positive culture. Demonstrable experience in organisational change, policy development and service improvement. Ability to interpret legislation, national policy and workforce trends, using insight to shape strategic priorities. Experience of working collaboratively with senior leaders, unions and system-wide stakeholders. Ability to coach and empower managers, enabling confident and consistent people management. Ideally, you will have a professional HR qualification (e.g., CIPD) o r equivalent experience. What you'll get in return Full range of benefits available including: • Generous annual leave., • Excellent family‑friendly policies, including enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay., • Competitive pension scheme with life assurance and inflation protection., • Flexible working options supporting a strong work–life balance., • Wellbeing support, including Occupational Health, self‑referral physio, and free onsite health checks., • Lifestyle and financial perks, such as NHS retail discounts, discounted food, cycle‑to‑work, and salary‑sacrifice car schemes., • Strong culture of recognition and development, including structured CPD, awards, and values‑based recognition. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

A public health consultancy in Gloucester seeks a Public Health Consultant to enhance community health and well-being.

A public health consultancy is seeking a Public Health Consultant in Gloucester to enhance community health and well-being.

An international advocacy organization in Gloucester seeks passionate individuals for a program focused on public and political outreach to address global poverty.Responsibilities include meeting government representatives, fundraising, and mobilizing community support.No prior experience is necessa

Job Description Semi-skilled Groundworker/Labourer Gloucester, Permanent, full-time Competitive Salary At MEL Environmental Solutions Ltd, we specialise in restoring properties after pollution incidents and providing pollution response services to the Insurance Industry. We are currently seeking a Semi-Skilled Groundworker/Labourer to join our team in Gloucester . This role involves working on residential oil spill projects, ensuring environmental restoration and safety. What You'll Do: Carry out site works following safety protocols, including the Construction Phase Plan and Health & Safety Policy. Assist Senior Technician/General Builder with various tasks. Support ISO9001 Quality Management System and ISO45001 Occupational Health & Safety Management System processes. Perform additional tasks as advised by Top Management. Qualifications What We're Looking For: Experience in a multi-skilled construction role, including hand digging, groundwork, laying drainage, concreting, etc. Ability to operate a mini digger/dumper (preferred but not essential). CSCS certification (essential). Full UK driving licence (essential). Willingness to travel and work away from home during the week if required. Must have the right to work in the UK. Successful candidates will be subject to a DBS check and pre-employment Drugs and Alcohol Screening. Additional Information MEL Environmental Solutions Ltd offers comprehensive pollution response services tailored for the insurance sector. They specialise in managing pollution incidents that pose serious risks to the environment, drinking water supplies, and public health. Their expertise is trusted across various industries, including finance, insurance, petrochemicals, and the Ministry of Defence. Adler and Allan are committed to fostering diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We proudly embrace equal opportunities for all applicants, regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin. If you require any support with your application, whatever the circumstance, please let us know. TPBN1_UKTJ

Salary: £66,200 - £83,000 + Civil Service pension (28.97%) Locations: Multiple UK locations | Hybrid working Security Clearance: DV required (or willingness to undergo) Protecting one of the UK's most critical national assets HM Land Registry safeguards the Land Registers of England and Wales, an asset valued at over £8 trillion . This role sits at the heart of that responsibility. We're looking for a senior cyber security leader to provide independent assurance, oversight and strategic challenge across cyber security controls, risks and posture. The role Reporting to the Chief Security Advisor, you'll be responsible for establishing and maintaining an effective cyber security posture across HM Land Registry and providing senior leaders with confidence that cyber risks are understood, proportionate and well managed. You'll work closely with technology, transformation and delivery teams, offering constructive challenge, assurance and expert advice across cyber security, information security and protective security. This is a role for someone who enjoys influence over ownership , and who knows how to balance risk, delivery and pragmatism in complex, regulated environments. What you'll be doing Leading cyber security assurance activity across a large, complex organisation Assessing the effectiveness of cyber controls and advising on improvements Providing senior stakeholders with clear, evidence-based assurance on cyber risk Shaping and maintaining cyber risk management approaches and assurance frameworks Working across first and second line functions to ensure risks are identified, understood and managed Contributing to policy development and security standards Engaging confidently with senior leaders, auditors, and the wider security community What we're looking for This role will suit a senior cyber professional who has operated in high-risk, highly regulated or critical environments , and who understands how to provide credible challenge without blocking delivery. You'll bring: CISSP (or equivalent) A strong working knowledge of cyber and information security standards such as ISO 27001 Experience leading cyber assurance or risk programmes at a strategic level Proven ability to engage, influence and brief at senior leadership level Experience of audit and assurance activity (e.g. GovAssure or equivalent) Sound judgement, strong written skills, and confidence operating in ambiguity Experience in government is useful, but not essential . We're very open to candidates from consulting, regulated industry, utilities, finance, or other large-scale environments where cyber risk really matters. Working pattern & travel Hybrid working with a mix of office and home-based working Occasional travel to other UK offices and quarterly travel to London Overnight stays may be required from time to time Security clearance This role requires Developed Vetting (DV) . You'll need to meet UK residency requirements (minimum 10 years). Why HM Land Registry? This is a rare opportunity to work at national scale, with genuine impact, strong leadership visibility and the chance to shape cyber assurance across a critical public institution. You'll also benefit from flexible working, strong professional development, and one of the most competitive pension schemes in the UK. TPBN1_UKTJ

In this role, you will be responsible for policy analysis and public affairs support across a range of priorities, including parliamentary engagement, consultation responses, briefing materials and monitoring of political and policy developments.

A non-profit organization is seeking a Policy and Public Affairs Manager to lead efforts in improving palliative and end-of-life care in the UK. The role involves engaging with policymakers and the public to influence funding and support for hospice services. This full-time position offers a hybrid

You have around 3 to 5 years experience working in policy, whether as part of a policy team, a public affairs team, regulator, a think tank or similar. To support this growth, our Public Policy squad shapes an ambitious policy agenda, driving government relations engagement. Helping the team to iden

A professional membership body is seeking a Part Time Public Affairs Officer to engage with members, draft policies, and lobby for effective campaigning. Applicants should have a background in public affairs or advocacy and strong research skills. Responsibilities include drafting policy statements,

Deep expertise in education policy, particularly on the topic of lost learning and the various policy and political debates, including areas of controversy, surrounding this policy topic. Design an influencing plan - Identify via horizon scanning opportunities to influence national policy using open

The role involves engaging with UK Government and industry stakeholders to shape public policy and regulatory strategies.

This role is essential for enhancing the company's reputation and achieving policy victories in key public policy initiatives.

This role involves developing and implementing public affairs strategies, engaging with policymakers, and managing relationships with key stakeholders in Scotland and Wales. A leading retail company in Greater London seeks a Senior Public Affairs Manager.

Work closely with the Head of Public Affairs and Policy and the wider team to ensure strong cross-organisational collaboration and forward planning. Contributing to the delivery of a robust public policy management framework. Strong knowledge of the asset management sector, including its regulatory

A construction industry association in the UK is looking for a Policy and Public Affairs Officer to lead their strategic initiatives and represent the organization in industry discussions.

Join our client’s dynamic team and make a meaningful impact in the realm of public policy! If you're a motivated professional with a passion for technology and policy, we want to hear from you. Flag emerging risks and trends to the Public Policy team for proactive intervention. Degree in public po

A leading technology organization is seeking a Public Policy Administrator for the MENA region. This remote role requires fluency in Arabic and English, and a strong understanding of the MENA policy landscape. Responsibilities include tracking policy issues, managing escalations, and coordinating wi

A prominent financial services group in the UK is seeking a Public Affairs and Policy Manager. This strategic role involves shaping policy positions, providing political analysis for leadership, and representing the organization with key stakeholders. The ideal candidate has a strong understanding o

You have around 3 to 5 years experience working in policy, whether as part of a policy team, a public affairs team, regulator, a think tank or similar. To support this growth, our Public Policy squad shapes an ambitious policy agenda, driving government relations engagement. Helping the team to iden

An educational charity in the UK seeks a Head of Policy and Public Affairs to lead their influential plan aimed at reducing lost learning. The ideal candidate will have deep education policy expertise and excellent communication skills, capable of navigating complex policy debates. This role involve

A youth-focused organization in Greater London is seeking a Policy and Public Affairs Manager to ensure a credible voice for young people. This role involves leading policy efforts, collaborating with senior leadership, and shaping clear policy positions to influence decision-making. Candidates shou

If you are an experienced, strategic health policy leader who is passionate about making a difference, we encourage you to apply today for this Head of Policy and Public Affairs role!. Through steady leadership and outstanding work, they have found themselves in a position of growth and are looking

A key player in the agriculture sector is seeking a Senior Public Affairs Manager to shape public policy in British food and farming. The role involves engaging with political decision-makers, building relationships with regulators and advocacy groups, and translating complex policy into actionable

A global insurance provider is seeking a Public Affairs Manager in London/Hybrid. Responsibilities include managing relationships with stakeholders, providing strategic guidance, and developing policy positions. The role requires strong communication skills, knowledge of the UK political landscape,

A leading social media platform seeks an experienced public policy professional for its UK team. The role involves monitoring UK policy developments, advocating for the company's policy positions, and providing strategic advice on regulatory risks. Candidates should have over 5 years in public polic

We are seeking a Policy and Public Affairs Officer to help drive forward the work of the Alliance, building powerful relationships with our members and advocating for their priorities across Government, Parliament, the media and the wider sports and recreation sector. Since 1935, the Alliance (forme

A leading retail company in the UK is looking for a Senior Public Affairs Manager to drive their public affairs strategy. The role involves working with senior policymakers and stakeholders to enhance the company's reputation. Candidates should have experience in public affairs, excellent communicat

A leading insurance company is seeking a Public Affairs Manager in London with flexibility in work hours. This role involves developing policy strategies and managing relationships with government departments and industry bodies. The ideal candidate should have extensive experience in public affairs

We are looking for an experienced public policy strategist and advocate to lead Whatnot’s public policy work across the EU and UK. The Director, European Public Policy will report to the Head of Global Public Policy. You’ll create and execute Whatnot’s public policy and government engagement s

A prominent health charity based in the UK is seeking a Head of Policy and Public Affairs to design and implement a public affairs program. This home-based position comes with a competitive salary of £50,000 to £55,000 and offers an opportunity to impact the UK's health policy landscape. The role

Extensive experience working within European and UK public policy or regulatory environments, with a strong understanding of how policy is formed and implemented. Vice President European Public Policy • London, United Kingdom. Representing the firm externally through speaking engagements, industry

Ideal candidates should have a strong understanding of the MENA policy landscape and experience in public policy. A leading technology organisation is seeking a Public Policy Administrator for the MENA region, fluent in Arabic and English.

A leading retail company in Greater London is seeking a Public Affairs Officer to support the delivery of its Public Affairs strategy. The role involves engaging with key external stakeholders, managing issues, and coordinating public affairs work across the organization. The ideal candidate will ha

Candidates should have experience in public affairs, strong knowledge of health policy, and excellent project management skills. A leading communications consultancy in London seeks a Senior Account Director in Healthcare Public Affairs. This role involves managing client accounts, executing campaig

A leading charitable organization in Greater London is seeking a Policy and Public Affairs Manager to influence key policy decisions affecting young people. Key responsibilities include developing policy positions, monitoring developments, and shaping advocacy efforts.

Candidates should possess a strong understanding of EU and international policymaking, with 2-4 years of experience in relevant fields. A leading organization in critical raw materials seeks a motivated Public Affairs and Communications Officer.

With this momentum and opportunity, we are looking for a talented and committed Policy and Public Affairs Manager to help us shape the future of palliative and end of life care. We are looking for a proactive and driven policy and public affairs professional. This exciting role in our award‑winnin

A leading membership organization in the UK is seeking an experienced Policy and Public Affairs Manager to advocate for global members. The ideal candidate should have proven experience in policy and public affairs, exceptional communication skills, and strong stakeholder engagement. This role invol

A national industry representative body seeks a Public Affairs Executive to support public affairs and stakeholder communications. This position involves tracking political developments and engaging with policymakers to influence food and drink sector priorities.

At MPS, policy and public affairs sit at the heart of how we advocate for and support our global membership. Policy and Public Affairs Manager. Policy and Public Affairs Manager.

A global advisory firm is looking for a Design Lead to oversee design language and user experiences across various platforms.The role requires a strong portfolio demonstrating expertise in visual design and UX, along with skills in mentoring and collaboration.You will lead research to understand use

This permanent, full-time role involves crafting media strategies to influence public and political opinion.

A leading financial technology company in the UK is seeking a Public Policy Manager to advocate for regulatory changes and support the delivery of policy strategies. You will monitor key policy issues, prepare briefings, and engage stakeholders to drive positive impact and change for customers. The

Support the delivery of a public affairs strategy, engaging with national and regional bodies as required and collating public affairs work from across the Council to ensure strategic alignment. Knowledge of public affairs and ideally, how local government can influence national and regional bodies

Deep expertise in education policy, particularly on the topic of lost learning and the various policy and political debates, including areas of controversy, surrounding this policy topic. Identify via horizon scanning opportunities to influence national policy using open policy windows, or by nudgin

Reporting to the Business Development Director, the Head of Policy and Public Affairs will play a central role in supporting AKG’s growth strategy by building relationships with government, shaping policy debate and raising the profile of the organisation. AKG is seeking a Head of Policy and Publi