HR Casework Specialist

London Temporary £23 - £23 per hour View Job Description
The HR Casework Specialist will provide expert support in handling HR casework within the public sector. This temporary role is a national role based across a number of offices in England, Wales and Scotland and requires a proactive individual with strong attention to detail.
  • HR Casework Specialist required - six month interim requirement
  • A national role based across a number of offices in England, Wales and Scotland.

About Our Client

This small public sector organisation provides essential services and operates across multiple offices in England, Wales and Scotland. The HR team plays a key role in supporting managers and employees across the organisation.

Job Description

  • Manage a varied employee relations caseload including absence, performance, conduct, probation, grievance and end of fixed-term contract matters.
  • Provide clear and practical HR advice to line managers throughout the casework process.
  • Prepare and manage case documentation, including meeting invites, outcome letters and case summaries.
  • Support or lead formal meetings and hearings where required.
  • Work closely with the HR Business Partner to prioritise cases and ensure consistent, compliant decision-making.
  • Coach and support managers to build confidence in managing people issues.
  • Mentor junior HR colleagues and contribute to strengthening HR casework capability within the team.
  • Maintain accurate case records and support reporting on ER trends and risks.
  • Contribute to HR policy and process improvements where appropriate.

The Successful Applicant

A successful HR Casework Specialist should have:

  • CIPD Level 5 or equivalent experience with a strong understanding of UK employment law and HR best practice.
  • Strong and demonstrable experience managing a wide range of employee relations casework in a UK context, including drafting professional HR correspondence and case documentation.
  • Ability to provide clear, pragmatic and supportive HR advice to managers and employees.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trusted relationships quickly.
  • Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
  • Proficiency in HR systems and software.
  • Experience working with Trade Unions (desirable).
  • Experience within the public sector (desirable).



What's on Offer

  • Competitive hourly rate of £23.80 (inclusive of holiday pay)
  • Hybrid working arrangements
  • Temporary opportunity with the chance to contribute to meaningful projects
  • A collaborative and supportive HR team environment
  • Valuable exposure to public sector HR practices and processes



If you're an experienced HR Casework Specialist looking for your next opportunity within the public sector, I'd love to hear from you. Apply today!

Contact
Bridget Wilson
Quote job ref
JN-032026-6968765
Phone number
+44 207 269 2105

Job summary

Job function
Human Resources
Subsector
Employee Relations
Sector
Public Sector
Location
London
Contract type
Temporary
Consultant name
Bridget Wilson
Consultant phone
+44 207 269 2105
Job reference
JN-032026-6968765