Employee Relations Lead

Looking for a role where your expertise genuinely shapes how people are supported, managed and developed? This Employee Relations Lead opportunity offers the chance to become the go-to specialist on complex people matters, helping ensure fair, consistent and legally compliant practices across a large organisation that makes a positive difference every day.

If you enjoy advising senior stakeholders, leading complex casework and working closely with Trade Union representatives, this is an opportunity to take ownership of a critical function while benefiting from flexible working, excellent benefits and strong organisational support.

What's in it for you

Salary of £42,000 to £45,000 depending on experience
Hybrid working with a blend of office and home-based working after onboarding
Flexitime around core working hours
26 days holiday plus bank holidays
Health and wellbeing programme, employee discount schemes and regular events
Free onsite parking and pension scheme
Your responsibilities as Employee Relations Lead

Lead complex casework covering conduct, capability, attendance, performance and grievance matters
Provide specialist advice to managers on employment legislation, policy application and best practice
Conduct investigations, prepare reports and support formal hearings and appeals
Build effective working relationships with Trade Union representatives and key stakeholders
Monitor case trends, maintain accurate records and support governance reporting
Contribute to policy reviews, compliance activities and workforce-related process improvements
What we’re looking for in an Employee Relations Lead

Previous experience managing a broad range of complex employee relations matters from investigation through to resolution
Experience working within a unionised environment and supporting consultation activity
Strong employment law knowledge with experience advising senior leaders and managers
Knowledge of right to work requirements, sponsorship processes and immigration compliance
CIPD Level 5 qualification or above with strong IT skills across HR and case management systems
Access to your own transport
If you're ready to take the next step as an Employee Relations Lead and use your expertise to influence positive outcomes across a growing organisation, we'd love to hear from you.

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