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HR & OD Advisor

Salford City Council

Chorley Road, Salford, M275DACloses: 16/07/2026


Join #TeamSalford as a HR Advisor Empower People, Shape Progress

Fixed-Term (12 months) Adult Social Care & Health Partnerships HR Team

Are you passionate about creating a brilliant colleague experience and driving positive change through people? If you're someone experienced with HR casework and supporting managers with a collaborative approach we’d love to hear from you!

What makes this role exciting?

  • You’ll work closely with a dedicated HR Business Partner, becoming a trusted expert in the Adults Social Care & Health Partnerships team.
  • You’ll empower managers and colleagues with inclusive, people-first advice that helps them thrive.
  • You’ll collaborate across the wider HR team to deliver impactful solutions that support Salford’s residents.
  • You’ll champion continuous improvement and equip leaders with the tools to lead the Salford Way.

We’re looking for someone who:

  • Has a background in HR casework
  • Thrives in a varied role and enjoys helping Managers shape and deliver their people plans.
  • Communicates with confidence and builds strong, influential relationships.
  • Brings empathy, integrity, and a commitment to inclusion and innovation.
  • Has solid employment law knowledge and can manage complex ER cases with care and clarity.

Why join us?

At Salford, our values Pride, Passion, People, and Personal Responsibility are more than words. They shape everything we do. You’ll be part of a bold, inclusive leadership culture that’s focused on making a real impact.

We’re proud to be #HappyToTalkFlexible and committed to your wellbeing and professional growth.

Award-Winning Workplace

We’re proud to be named Best Place to Work 2024 at the Local Government Chronicle Workforce Awards. Our winning presentation, “This is our Salford!”, captured the spirit, pride, and personality of our incredible team.

What we offer

  • A competitive salary and benefits package.
  • Flexible hybrid working and a supportive team environment.
  • Access to development opportunities including internal Masterclasses, eLearning, and external qualifications.

Whether you’re already in Local Government or looking to bring your skills into a new setting, we welcome your application.


Want to know more about Salford?
As an authority we are dedicated to improving the lives of our residents, and as an employer we are passionate about helping individuals to thrive in their work. We are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture and are proud of our professional accreditations which champion this.

Find out about our city as a place to live, work & grow, and learn more about the amazing work we are doing. You’ll also find out about the wealth of benefits we have to offer you on our Salford pages!

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