Connect2Hackney, the internal talent team for the London Borough of Hackney, is seeking a proactive and skilled HR Consultant to join our dedicated HR and Traded Services team.About the RoleThis is an exciting opportunity to serve as a Subject Matter Expert and strategic partner, ensuring that Hackney and our traded partner, especially schools, treat employees consistently with our values and strategic objectives. You will be crucial in driving a high-performance culture and developing our HR provision.Key ResponsibilitiesAs an HR Consultant, you will be responsible for a varied and challenging portfolio, including:Expert HR Advice: Providing advice and guidance to managers and Headteachers on complex HR issues , including sickness absence, discipline, grievance, conditions of service, and employment legislation.Case and Project Management: Project managing and conducting serious and complex investigations, and managing complex individual cases and transformational change processes.Recruitment and Safeguarding Support: Working closely with our Resourcing team to deliver best practice recruitment, including the coordination of Headteacher recruitment , and assisting in the provision of advisory support on safeguarding matters.Policy and Legal Compliance: Interpreting and reviewing HR policies and procedures , keeping abreast of changes in UK employment law and advising on legislation regarding Migrant Workers.Strategic Input: Working collaboratively across the HR function to d