People & OD HR Officer
Looking for a role where your work truly matters? Join us and help build safer, stronger communities across the three counties we serve.
The main purpose of the People & OD HR Officer role is to provide a professional advisory service to managers across West Mercia Police.
To provide guidance and coaching to business areas, on complex employment issues, covering all elements of People policy, procedure and practice.
To support the P&OD Business Partner in the development and implementation of People policies and procedures.
- The People & OD HR Officer role is a hybrid (mix of home & office working) role
The closing date for this post is 12 noon on Tuesday 3rd February 2026
Why work for us?
- 28 days Annual leave (increasing to 33 after 5 years service) + bank holidays.
- Generous pension scheme.
- Health and wellbeing, occupational health services, staff network and an Employee Assistance Programme.
- Police Mutual, affordable private healthcare and other savings.
- Gym membership discounts.
- Discounts on Electric Vehicles and Cycle to work scheme.
- Register for a Blue light card – over 15,000 discounts from large national retailers.
To read more about the added benefits and rewards of working for West Mercia Police, please go to our website.
- We embrace diversity and welcome applications from everyone.
- We are also happy to talk flexible working where it is suitable for the role.
If you require any support to complete your application or you have any questions please contact the recruitment team on 01905 718444 (press option 1 then 5) or email BOC.staff.recruitment.team@westmercia.police.uk (internally please use myBop)
Internal applicants who are in need of redeployment will be offered positions ahead of other candidates, subject to them passing a selection process.
We know that people from underrepresented backgrounds may hesitate to apply unless they meet every single requirement. We don’t want that to be a barrier for suitable candidates. If you meet the majority of the criteria and are excited about this role, we encourage you to apply. We’re committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace where everyone can thrive.
*Photo ID will be required at interview so please follow this link if you do not have a photo driving licence or passport (can be expired)