HR Policy & Reward Manager

Fixed Term 15 months The Scottish Prison Service are responsible for the secure custody of around 8,000 people across Scotland. Our vision is to help build a safer Scotland by unlocking potential and transforming lives. To enable us to successfully deliver our vision, we are committed to nurturing and investing in our greatest strength and resource: Our People. The hard work and dedication of our staff is, without doubt, the most critical component to the delivery and enablement of frontline services right across the Scottish prison estate, and we are committed to ensuring they are supported, fairly rewarded, and recognised for the unique contribution they make every day. Job role We are looking for a HR Policy & Reward Manager to join our Organisational Development Directorate. A central part of the role will be working closely with recognised trade unions, staff networks, and senior leaders to ensure our employment practices are fair, transparent, and sustainable. This is a pivotal role in shaping HR policies, pay, and reward frameworks and finding constructive solutions that meet both organisational and workforce needs. Key responsibilities include: · Proactively reviewing, monitoring and developing HR policies products and services in consultation to ensure they are fair, inclusive, legally compliant, and aligned with business needs and Civil Service Management Code provisions · Preparing and planning reward and engagement interventions including scoping, options appraisals, negotiation and implementation - balancing risk, fairness and operational impact · Providing insight-driven advice and support to users on industrial relations, workforce policy, and reward matters · Support the formulation and preparation for the negotiation of strategic-level change initiatives with Trade Union Partners and internal stakeholders · Researching and preparing briefing papers and correspondence in relation to ER&R matters, including reports for Executive Management Group and Scottish Government and attending partnership meetings · Leading on the resolution of individual and collective disputes at national and local level developing the Management case for matters progressing to ACAS conciliation or arbitration. If you have the following, we would like to hear from you: · Chartered Member of the Chartered Institute of Personnel & Development (CIPD) or commitment to achieving within a 12 month period. (Essential) · Degree-level qualification in an HR or business related discipline .(Desirable) · Experience in the design, development, implementation and review of HR products such as policies, procedures or collective agreements. (Essential) · Experience of interpreting and applying key aspects of employment law, taking account of organisational context and impact. (Essential) · Experience in the management of Employee Reward or Industrial Relations. (Essential) Some of the benefits you can enjoy in role are: This role lends itself to Hybrid working, in line with policy. While the main office location will be HQ there may be some travel to establishments to aid in the understanding of the operational issues. • Attractive Pension (Civil Service) • Commitment to your personal and professional development • Free gym and car parking • Discounts at high street stores, supermarkets and restaurants through our partners at Blue Light Card, Edenred and Civil Service Sports Council. • Sick Pay • Annual Leave - 37 days rising to 42 days For information on the job, including full job description and person specification, and to apply for these vacancies please visit the Scottish Prison Service website. We are committed to your personal and professional development and offer a wide range of career progression opportunities. Closing date: 22 September 2025.

Location: Gogar, GB

Posted Date: 9/10/2025