Skip to main content
Ref no:
ABS46702
Published:
02/03/2026
Closes:
16/03/2026
Location:
Woodhill House, Westburn Road, Aberdeen, AB16 5GB
Salary:
£55,459 - £57,975 per year
Contract Type:
Permanent
Position Type:
Full Time
Hours:
36.25 hours per week
Work From Home:
Hybrid

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced and strategic HR Team Leader (Resourcing) to lead and manage the Council’s Resourcing Team within HR. This is a key leadership role with responsibility for delivering effective corporate workforce planning, recruitment strategies, driving the corporate people strategy and high-quality resourcing solutions across Aberdeenshire Council.

Reporting to the HR Manager, you will provide expert advice to managers, directors and committees on resourcing strategy, improvement programmes and operational issues, while leading a team that plays a critical role in supporting the organisation’s workforce needs.

You will be expected to demonstrate a strong commitment to quality service delivery, continuous improvement and best value, contributing positively to both service and corporate objectives. The HR Service is currently in review and the post may change in scope and nature and the post holder may be involved in rotation to other HR Team Leader posts at the same grade.

Why work for Aberdeenshire Council?

We offer a supportive and forward-thinking working environment, where you’ll have the opportunity to influence workforce strategy at a corporate level. In return, we provide:

  • Flexible working options
  • A strong focus on wellbeing and work–life balance
  • Ongoing learning and development opportunities
  • The chance to make a real impact across Council services and communities

The annual salary details are based on the new hourly rates that come into effect on 01/04/2026.

The interviews are expected to be held on 01/04/2026

Informal enquiries to: Kay Hopwood - 01467 532174

For more information about living and working in Aberdeenshire, please click here

Please feel free to read our guidance on Requesting Reasonable Adjustments at Interview, Guaranteed Interview and how to request Alternate Formats and Communication Support

A Privacy Notice giving you information on the data we hold on you, what we do with that data, who we share your data with and your rights under GDPR is available here.  Alternatively, we can send a copy if you ask us to by emailing askhr@aberdeenshire.gov.uk

Requirements

This post has a minimum requirement of one reference, which must be your current or most recent employer. 

This is a Politically Restricted position as identified by the Local Government and Housing Act 1989. Further information on restrictions as a result of this designation is available here. 

Aberdeenshire Council appreciates the value of a diverse workforce.  We adopt inclusive practices, transparent policies and foster a culture built on mutual respect.

  • Disability Confident Employer - Leader
  • Armed Forces Covenant Gold.png
  • Scottish Living Wage
  • Carer Positive Employer in Scotland - Established