Associate Director: People Partnering and Resolution

Job Advert Skip to main content Cookies on NHS Jobs We've put some small files called cookies on your device to help us make improvements to our site. To improve our site we'd also like to use cookies which will send information to Google Analytics. You can read more about our cookies before you choose. Accept analytics cookies Do not accept analytics cookies Jobs Menu Sign in Create an account English Cymraeg Menu Close menu Search Sign in Create an account Display in Welsh (Cymraeg) Search Sign in Create an account Display in Welsh (Cymraeg) BETA Your feedback will help us to improve this service. East London NHS Foundation Trust Associate Director: People Partnering and Resolution The closing date is 26 October 2026 Apply for this job Job summary Associate Director: People Partnering and Resolution Watch this video from Tanya Carter, Chief People Officer, to learn more about this exciting opportunity: Following recent changes within the leadership team, an opportunity has arisen for an Associate Director of People Partnering and Resolution. This pivotal role sits within the People and Culture leadership team and plays a key part in delivering the Trust's People Strategy. Main duties of the job The post holder will lead the Trust-wide Business Partnering and People Relations services, overseeing a range of strategic HR and workforce initiatives. These include transformation and change, leadership development, establishment control, staff engagement and recognition, inclusion and diversity, cost improvement, and advancing the Trust's commitment to a resolution-focused and just culture approach to employee relations. About us Our mission is to make a positive difference to people's lives by improving the quality of life for all we serve. Our values are: We Care, We Respect, We are Inclusive - so we are looking for people who live and breathe these qualities when supporting service users and carers, and in their relationships with colleagues in the Trust and our partner organisations. Details Date posted 02 October 2026 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 8c Salary £88,250 to £100,355 a year per annum inc HCA Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 363-CP8334754 Job locations Robert Dolan House Alie Street London E1 8DE United Kingdom Job description Job responsibilities Our passionate and highly skilled staff are dedicated to providing the highest quality care to the people who use our services, often in challenging circumstances. We have a strong focus on improving staff experience and enabling increased and meaningful participation in all aspects of our work. Job description Job responsibilities Our passionate and highly skilled staff are dedicated to providing the highest quality care to the people who use our services, often in challenging circumstances. We have a strong focus on improving staff experience and enabling increased and meaningful participation in all aspects of our work. Person Specification Education&Qualifications Essential Degree level education or equivalent Chartered CIPD qualified or equivalent experience Masters Qualification or equivalent experience in relevant area Advanced theoretical and practical specialist knowledge and expertise Evidence of continued learning / personal development Experience Essential Extensive post-qualification experience gained in all areas of Human Resources Demonstrable experience of staff and financial management Demonstrable success of working as a workforce specialist in a large, complex organization Extensive experience working at a senior level in a large complex organisation Record of achievement in HR management and related areas Person Specification Education&Qualifications Essential Degree level education or equivalent Chartered CIPD qualified or equivalent experience Masters Qualification or equivalent experience in relevant area Advanced theoretical and practical specialist knowledge and expertise Evidence of continued lea