Senior Principal HR Business PartnerMidlands Local AuthorityLocation: Hybrid Working - 2 days per week onsite Duration: 3 months initially, with likely extensions Rate: £500-600p/d Umbrella Inside IR35A large and complex local authority is seeking an experienced Senior Principal HR Business Partner to provide strategic HR leadership across the organisation.This is a senior-level position with direct management responsibility for three Senior HR Business Partners, each supporting key directorates across the council, including Children''s and Families, Adult Social Care, Resources, the CEO''s Office and Public Health.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide strategic HR business partnering support to senior leaders and directorates across the councilLead, manage and develop a team of Senior HR Business Partners, ensuring a high-performing and customer-focused HR serviceAct as the lead adviser on complex employee relations matters, including high-risk cases, organisational change and employment tribunal activitySupport the delivery of workforce transformation initiatives, ensuring alignment with corporate prioritiesLead the development and implementation of the council''s MAR Scheme, taking ownership of its design, governance and ongoing operationBuild strong relationships with directors, heads of service and elected members, influencing decision-making and driving organisational performanceEssential RequirementsIdeally CIPD level 7Significant experience operating at a senior HR leadership ..... full job details .....