A leading manufacturing organisation is looking to appoint an experienced Employee Relations Leader to join a growing UK HR function. This is a key role within the team, responsible for driving positive Employee Relations outcomes, supporting leaders through complex people matters, and helping to shape a high-performing and inclusive workplace culture.
Reporting into the Head of HR, you will play a central role in ensuring best-in-class employee relations practices across the business.
Key areas of focus will include:
- Lead and manage complex employee relations cases including investigations, grievances, disciplinaries, capability matters, and conflict resolution
- Provide expert guidance on UK employment law, HR policies, workplace disputes, disciplinary processes, and employee exits
- Partner with HR, business leaders, Legal, Compliance, and external counsel to resolve employee relations matters and support litigation where required
- Conduct investigations, document findings, mediate discussions, and recommend effective resolutions
- Develop and deliver employee relations training for HR teams and people managers
- Monitor ER trends and metrics, ensure legal compliance, and drive continuous improvement of ER policies and procedures
The successful individual will likely bring:
- Significant HR experience with strong expertise in employee relations
- In-depth knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practices
- Proven experience managing sensitive and confidential situations with professionalism and discretion
- Strong mediation and conflict resolution capabilities with a track record of positive outcomes
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
- Pragmatic, solutions-focused mindset with strong judgement
- Collaborative and proactive approach, with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively
This is a permanent contract with hybrid working and excellent exposure across a recognised business. It offers the opportunity to step into a visible role with strong leadership interaction, meaningful project work, and genuine ownership.
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