Policy Manager

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a People Policy Manager to join the People Policy and Governance Team. Applicants will be experienced People professionals looking to further utilise their knowledge and skills in a diverse role.

The role will work proactively to support People Policy development and improvement and undertake relevant project work. You will support with the implementation of Trust wide and national people initiatives.

You will deputise for the Head of People Policy and Governance where appropriate and will line manage the People Policy and Governance Advisors to ensure a high quality service is provided at all times.

Our people are at the forefront of all we do at Nottingham University Hospitals and this is an exciting time to join the department as we embrace new ways of working to achieve the Trust's people strategy and vision.

Main duties of the job

As our People Policy Manager, you will lead the full lifecycle of policy development and implementation, supporting the Trust's People Strategy and values. Working autonomously, you'll lead the team to research, design and maintain a framework of innovative, legally compliant HR/People policies, guidance, toolkits and resources that reflect best practice and national priorities.

The People Policy Manager will:

• Collaborate with other People colleagues and stakeholders, including staff side and external partners, to develop and review policies and procedures.

• Develop and deliver bespoke training sessions and presentations to a range of audiences.

• Monitor and report on policy implementation and performance.

• Provide expert advice on employment law and HR best practice, ensuring fair and effective application across the Trust.

• Support and lead on key People projects and initiatives, ensuring timely and effective delivery.

• Participate in job evaluation panels and advise on job descriptions to support fair and consistent grading.

• Contribute to the coordination of Trust-wide communications on People-related matters.

About us

With over 19,000 staff, we are one of the biggest employers in the city with a central role in supporting the health and wellbeing of our local population. We play a leading role in research, education and innovation.

Come and join our wonderful team at NUH. We are big believers in diversity and welcome new ideas to help develop our team in order to deliver world class healthcare to the vast patient populations we serve. With endless personal development opportunities available, at NUH we will endeavour to turn your job into a career!

We particularly welcome applications from people who identify as Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic, or Disabled, as we are striving to be better represented at NUH.