Job Description
Eden Scott is recruiting for an Employee Relations Manager, which can be based in our clients Edinburgh or Glasgow office.
We're looking for someone to lead a team of People Consultants who support the business with complex employee relations matters and redeployment cases that require experience and expertise
You'll lead the team that provides advice and supports managers and People Business Partners on case work relating to their employees. That includes Disciplinary, Capability, Grievance and Absence cases, and other complex investigations - as well as supporting employees who are assigned to their Career Transition Programme.
The team provide Employee Relations advice and support on a range of topics, including reviewing and drafting documentation, advising on process, and understanding potential employment / legal risks while working with our joint trade unions. You'll be supporting the team where required and will be a point of escalation for more complex and sensitive matters.
It's important that you have a good understanding of employment law as it relates to employee relations and have a history of handling complex cases to conclusion - up to and including tribunal. You will have hands on experience of attending meetings and managing cases to be able to fully support and advise your team. Ideally you will have experience in working with trade unions.
In addition, you'll also need:
Problem-solving skills: You'll have the ability to investigate and resolve complex issues quickly and efficiently, with attention to detail.
Collaboration Skills: You'll need strong interpersonal skills to work effectively with both internal stakeholders and external partners.
Data awareness: You'll be handling sensitive data, so you'll need a high degree of discretion, and good understanding of data protection regulations (e.g. GDPR).
A continuous improvement mindset: You'll always be looking for ways to improve the service, and empowering line leaders to resolve small issues before they develop into bigger problems.
Leadership skills: You'll have experience in a leadership position to be able to coach and develop a small team of People Consultants, while fostering a positive and productive work environment
For further information, apply now