HR Business Partner

At Bath & North East Somerset Council we have one overriding purpose to improve people’s lives.

Fixed Term Contract (until 31/03/2027)

Do you have a passion for supporting people and driving organisational change in the public sector? We’re looking for an experienced HR Generalist Business Partner to join our team and help shape the future of our local government services.

As an HR Business Partner, you’ll work collaboratively with service managers to deliver high-quality HR support across a diverse workforce. You’ll play a key role in enabling transformation, improving employee engagement, and ensuring compliance with employment legislation and council policies.

• Partner with senior managers to develop and implement workforce strategies aligned to council objectives.
• Provide expert advice on complex employee relations cases, including disciplinary, workplace resolution, and change management.
• Support organisational development initiatives, including restructures and service redesign.
• Drive recruitment and retention strategies to attract and retain talent in critical roles.
• Promote equality, diversity, and inclusion across all services.
• Use workforce data and analytics to inform decision‑making and continuous improvement.

• Significant experience as an HR Business Partner, ideally within local government or public sector.
• Strong understanding of UK employment law and local government HR frameworks.
• Skilled in managing change and supporting organisational transformation.
• Excellent communication and influencing skills with the ability to build strong relationships.
• Skilled in using people data and HR analytics to identify trends, risks and opportunities for improvement and influencing decision making.
• CIPD qualified (Level
  7) or equivalent experience.

For more information or to discuss the role, please contact Jo Griffin, Head of HR on or email.

Interview date:
Friday 6th February 2026.

No agencies please.

• Banes Council operates a policy of prior consideration for roles for any individual on the Council’s at‑risk register (redeployee). This means a redeployee who expresses an interest in this role and meets the essential criteria will be considered ahead of external applicants.

Please note that this advert may close earlier than the stated closing date due to high demand. We advise all interested candidates to apply as soon as possible.

Working at Bath and North East Somerset provides an opportunity to contribute to your community and make a positive impact on the lives of residents. Our values shape how we work to deliver public services, and how we communicate with the residents we serve. We care about the best outcomes for local people, through our public services.

We offer a wide range of benefits, to ensure that you are paid fairly for your work, have the flexibility to enjoy a great work/life balance, and have the support you need.

We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join us. Find out more on our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion.

We are a Disability Confident Employer find out more at.

The Council is committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce. Applications for job‑share, part‑time and flexible working arrangements are welcomed and will be considered in line with business needs.