We are currently partnering with an industry leading HR and Payroll provider who are looking to appoint an Employee Relations Specialist on a full time permanent basis.
The role will be predominantly remote, with very occasional visits to sites as required by the business.
Salary banding is £35,000 - £40,000 and hours of work are 35 hours pw, with flexible working pattern available.
Duties will include (but are not limited to):
* Influence, support, and coach managers on people management matters, including probation, investigations, discipline, grievances, absence cases, performance, and flexible working
* Manage employee relations cases, including dismissals, ensuring efficiency, compliance with company policies, and adherence to employment legislation
* Reduce absence rates and costs by managing cases in collaboration with Occupational Health and Wellbeing programs
* Partner with external providers such as Legal Advisors and Occupational Health for professional case management support
* Maintain and analyse case management records to identify trends and develop mitigation strategies
* Coach managers to independently handle employee relations issues, balancing case specifics and business risks
* Deliver training workshops to enhance managerial understanding of best practices
* Build and maintain effective relationships with managers, employees, and stakeholders
* Develop and review policies to align with UK legal and regulatory requirements
* Lead and support HR projects
Experience required:
* Dealing with high volume ER case work
* Handling with dismissals
* Training and upskilling line managers
Rewards and Benefits:
* 25 days holiday per annum
* Life assurance 4 x salary
* Defined contribution pension scheme, up to 6%/6%
* Employee assistance programme
Working hours:
* 37 hours pw
* Flexible working pattern
Please note that you require recent experience to apply for this role.
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