Business Partner Sr Lead, Employee Relations

Employee Relations Advisor Specialist

9 Month FTC

What you will be doing:

As an Employee Relations (ER) Advisor Specialist you will work as a trusted advisor with line managers across the business, providing advice and guidance on UK employee relations matters in accordance with our policies and procedures, to ensure a fair and consistent approach.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide expert guidance to management on employee relations matters including disciplinary, performance, grievance and flexible working, ensuring compliance with employment law and company policies.
• Conduct thorough investigations into intricate, HR-related employee grievances and ethics cases, resolving conflicts and recommending appropriate actions.
• Manage consultation actions such as TUPE and redundancy consultation (both collective and individual consultation).
• Handle sensitive, in-depth, involuntary terminations.
• Deliver training programs for managers on employee relations topics, such as conflict resolution and effective communication.
• Policy coaching for managers on performance management, disciplinary and flexible working process.

What you will need:

• Conflict Resolution/Negotiation: Robust ability to mediate disputes and negotiate agreements effectively.
• Knowledge of Employment Law: Strong in-depth understanding of UK employment law.
• Problem Solving: You approach challenges with a solution-focused mindset, able to identify issues and develop effective solutions.
• Empathy: Ability to understand and share the feelings of others, fostering a supportive work environment.
• Active Listening: Excellent listening skills to fully understand and address employee concerns.
• Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills to convey information clearly and effectively.
• Organisational Abilities: Exceptional organisational skills to manage multiple tasks and priorities efficiently.
• Strategic Oversight: Ability to provide strategic direction and oversight in employee relations matters.
• Microsoft Office Proficiency: Proficiency in Office applications like Excel and Word.
• Confidentiality: Demonstrating an ability to work with confidential information.
• Attention to Detail: Analytical, interpersonal, organisational, and problem-solving skills.
• Cross-Functional Teamwork: Working effectively in a cross-functional team environment.
• Data Analysis: Ability to draw accurate conclusions from raw data.
• Interpersonal Skills: Ability to interface with all levels of employees.
• Flexibility: Ability to prioritize, multi-task, and maintain flexibility in a fast-paced, changing environment.
• Judgment and Business Acumen: Sound judgment, business acumen, influencing skills, and proactive approach to address sensitive employee issues.
• Years of Experience: Minimum of 7 years in an employee relations specialist or HR generalist role.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits.
• Flexible and creative work environment.
• Diverse and collaborative atmosphere.
• Professional and personal development resources.
• Opportunities to volunteer and support charities.

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