Job Title: HR Operations Advisor
Contract: Hours: Full-time and Part-time permanent positions
Location: Leeds/Bradford
These vacancies have arisen as part of organisational change within the People Directorate, reflecting our commitment to evolving service delivery and strengthening our workforce to meet future demands. The role presents an exciting opportunity to contribute to a refreshed structure that supports our strategic priorities
West Yorkshire Police is seeking one customer-focused HR Operations Advisor to join its People Directorate. You will provide advice and support across a range of HR processes, ensuring accurate and timely administration of internal recruitment, policy queries, and employment changes.
As a HR Operations Advisor, you will:
- Act as the first point of contact for HR policy queries, offering guidance and signposting to relevant procedures.
- Administrate internal recruitment processes, including pre-employment checks, contract preparation, and onboarding of internal applicants.
- Maintain accurate HR records and systems, including updates related to organisational change, maternity, and reasonable adjustments.
- Support pay-related appeals and coordinating officer/staff movements, including acting up and temporary promotions.
- Ensure all employment changes are communicated to relevant stakeholders such as payroll and local management.
The successful candidate will demonstrate:
- Experience in HR administration and proficiency in Microsoft Office.
- Ability to interpret and apply HR policies and procedures.
- Previous experience of using systems to obtain management information.
- Basic knowledge of recruitment processes and onboarding activities. (Desirable)
- Working towards or holding a Level 3 CIPD qualification. (Desirable)
This is a valuable opportunity to contribute to a high-performing HR team, supporting a workforce of approximately 13,000 officers and staff across the Force.
Benefits of working for us:
- Flexible working
- Company Pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Health and Wellbeing programmes
- Blue Light discount
This vacancy will close at 23:55 hours on 27th September 2026.
