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NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.
Human Resource Manager – NHS Western Isles
Band 8A £65,125 - £70,303 per annum
Plus £1,461 Distant Islands Allowance per annum
Permanent
36 Hrs per week
Are you an experienced HR professional looking for a challenging and rewarding leadership role? NHS Western Isles is seeking a dynamic and skilled Human Resource Manager to join our team and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our workforce.
About Us: NHS Western Isles provides high-quality healthcare services to approximately 28,000 residents across the remote and rural island communities of the Western Isles. With a dedicated team of around 1,050 staff, we are committed to delivering person-centred care and ensuring equity in service provision.
The Role: As a senior member of the Human Resources function, you will provide strategic and operational leadership, supporting the Director of HR & Workforce Development. You will manage the HR team, deliver a high-quality HR service, and lead corporate HR projects that align with the Board’s objectives.
Key responsibilities include:
- Developing and implementing long-term HR strategies and policies.
- Providing expert advice on employment matters, workforce modernisation, and organisational change.
- Leading and managing the HR team, ensuring professional development and high performance.
- Promoting staff engagement, partnership working, and equality, diversity, and human rights in employment.
- Managing complex employee relations cases and ensuring compliance with employment legislation.
- Supporting the implementation of HR systems and maintaining workforce data.
What We’re Looking For:
- Essential Qualifications: Educated to Master’s level in an HR-related subject and Chartered Membership of the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (MCIPD or working towards).
- Experience: Substantial senior-level HR experience in a complex, multi-unionised environment, with expertise in employee relations, employment law, and HR strategies.
- Skills: Strong leadership, negotiation, influencing, and problem-solving abilities. Excellent communication, analytical, and presentation skills.
- Disposition: Well-organised, assertive, enthusiastic, and self-motivated.
Why Join Us? This is a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a healthcare setting that serves a diverse and remote community. You will be part of a dedicated team, working collaboratively to ensure a skilled, engaged, and supported workforce that delivers exceptional care to patients.
For an informal chat please contact Director of HR & Workforce Planning - Diane Macdonald, diane.macdonald6@nhs.scot
The successful applicant will be required to register with the PVG Scheme (Protecting Vulnerable Groups Scheme). This post is not eligible for relocation expenses.
All NHS Western Isles vacancies appear on the NHS Scotland website: apply.jobs.scot.nhs.uk, along with a job description.
Tha beàrnan-obrach NHS Eilean Siar uile gu léir a' nochdadh air làrach-lìn NHS na h-Alba https://apply.jobs.scot.nhs.uk/, còmhla ri dealbh-obrach.
Closing Date 8th May 2026