Employee Relations Advisor

Overview

As an Employee Relations Advisor, you will support the People team by handling a diverse ER caseload and advising managers to apply fair, compliant practices. You will review policies, monitor trends, and contribute to change programmes to minimise risk. The role sits at the heart of cross-functional collaboration, translating complex issues into practical guidance. You will help shape people decisions in a fast-paced environment and drive positive employee relations.

Pay / Benefits

• flexible working

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload of ER issues (discipline, grievance, performance, absence, and capability)
• Coach and support managers in day-to-day people matters
• Review and implement HR policies ensuring legal alignment and best practice
• Analyse ER trends and data to identify recurring issues and improvements
• Assist with organisational change initiatives ( restructures, consultations, etc.)
• Collaborate with stakeholders to promote positive employee relations and minimise risk

Key requirements

• Experience managing complex ER cases in a fast-paced environment
• Strong knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice
• CIPD Level 5 qualified, or equivalent practical experience
• Confident communicator with ability to influence and build credibility with managers
• Pragmatic, solutions-focused approach balancing business needs and employee experience
• Strong stakeholder management and ability to work independently

• Confident communicator
• Influence and credibility with managers
• Stakeholder management
• Independent working
• Solutions-focused attitude

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