Workforce Information Systems; HRIS Practitioner

Make a Difference Where It Matters Most

Are you passionate about harnessing data and systems to drive people-focused change? Do you have experience in leading projects on system changes or system implementations? This is a rare and exciting opportunity to join Warwickshire County Council as a Workforce Practitioner in our Workforce Information Systems team—a role that puts you at the heart of shaping how we support, develop, and empower our people through our HR systems.

At Warwickshire County Council, you’ll do more than just a job—you’ll help shape the future of our communities and make a real impact on people’s lives. We’re committed to being an employer of choice, offering a supportive, inclusive, and flexible environment where your ideas are valued and your growth is encouraged.

• Lead and develop HR system enhancements and HR improvement projects to meet organisational needs.
• Be the subject matter expert for HR information systems, ensuring system integrity and quality are maintained at all times.
• Collaborate with HR, ICT, and Business Intelligence teams to deliver innovative solutions.
• Analyse data, produce clear analytics, and drive evidence-based decision-making.
• Support the development of HR related policies and contribute to strategic planning.

• Significant experience in HR Systems with either a CIPD Level 5 or Data and Systems qualification (or working towards).
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to communicate complex information clearly.
• Experience with our core systems iTrent (HRIS) and Hornbill (CRM).
• Experience in system administration, project management, and delivering change.
• A collaborative, proactive approach and a passion for continuous improvement.

Working for WCC means enjoying a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, career, and life outside work, including:

• Generous annual leave
• Flexible and agile working to suit your lifestyle
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Cycle to Work scheme and car lease options
• Health Cash Plan and Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) for 24/7 support
• Lifestyle discounts at major retailers, gyms, and local businesses
• Opportunities for learning and career development
• Family-friendly policies including enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave
• Recognition schemes and long service awards

This is your chance to make a real difference and take your HR and systems expertise to the next level in a forward-thinking, values-driven organisation. Opportunities like this don’t come along often—so don’t wait!

For further information please see the Job Description and Person Specification below;

Workforce Practitioner

Warwickshire County Council is a place where everyone feels valued, included, safe, supported, and welcome. Our people are at the heart of this vision, could you be one of them!

At Warwickshire County Council we are committed to ensuring Warwickshire’s economy is vibrant and supported by the right jobs, training, skills and infrastructure. Our people vision for Warwickshire County Council is a great place to work where diverse and talented people are enabled to be their best.

Your future matters to us, we provide a generous pension scheme which includes an employer contribution rate of typically around 19 percent per month, to help support your financial security during retirement. The scheme also offers a valuable package of benefits for members and their dependants.

The benefits we offer include agile working, a valuable part of the pay and reward package for employees working in local government, generous annual leave entitlement, plus bank holidays and an additional day at Christmas, and access to Vivup benefits and discounts platform.

The Fluency Duty is outlined in the Code of Practice on the English language requirements for public sector workers. The Fluency Duty for this role is Required. You must be able to speak and provide advice in accurate spoken English to the public.

To discuss the role please contact Katie Bryne by emailing Ka

Closing date: 21st January 2026

Should you require application forms in an alternative format / language or any adjustments to be made throughout the application process or upon appointment, please contact hran and we will make every effort to meet your specific requirements.

Warwickshire County Council is committed to equality of opportunity for all employees and is keen to address areas of under representation in its workforce. See more