Assistant Employee Relations Officer

Adecco; Devon and Torbay; Hybrid; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Part-time pattern

Professional development

Job summary

Dorset Police is seeking an Assistant Employee Relations Officer to support its Employee Relations Team within HR Operations. The role focuses on providing guidance to managers on ER policies, delivering advice via multiple channels, and maintaining ER documentation in a busy public sector environment.

The position is temporary and part-time (15.5 hours per week) with a competitive hourly rate of £14.10, offering hybrid working options in Exeter, Devon.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting line managers with people management issues.
• Clear, customer-focused guidance communication.
• Ability to work independently while supporting team members.
• Resilience and assertiveness in challenging circumstances.
• Proficient in administrative tasks and software packages (spreadsheets & word processing).

Responsibilities

• Provide advice and guidance to line managers on employee relations policies and procedures, ensuring legal compliance.
• Deliver ER advice via telephone, direct assistance, and written documentation.
• Maintain an ER project plan and report deviations to management.
• Prepare timely, well-structured reports for stakeholders including the Joint Partnership Group.
• Research and assist in project delivery for the Senior ER Officer.
• Coordinate with internal departments to update policies and procedures.
• Assist in creating and updating ER procedures and maintain ER records.
• Provide general administrative support, including meetings and record management.

Skills

HR experience

Communication skills

Independent working

Multitasking

Resilience

Tools

Excel

Word

Office Suite

Job description

Job Title: Assistant Employee Relations Officer

Location: Exeter

Remuneration: £14.10 per hour

Contract Details: Temporary, Part-Time 15.50 hours a week

Are you ready to make a difference in the public services sector?

Our client Dorset Police are seeking a motivated Assistant Employee Relations Officer to join their dynamic Employee Relations Team within the HR Operations Department. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual who is passionate about providing high-quality support and guidance in employee relations.

Responsibilities:

In this pivotal role, the Assistant Employee Relations Officer will:

• Provide comprehensive advice, support, and guidance to line managers and supervisors on employee relations policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation.
• Deliver effective ER advice through a combination of telephone support, direct assistance, and written documentation.
• Maintain an ER department project plan, identifying key milestones and reporting any deviations to the management team.
• Produce timely and well-structured reports for various stakeholders, including the Joint Partnership Group.
• Conduct project-related research and inquiries to support the Senior ER Officer in project delivery.
• Liaise with internal departments to facilitate necessary changes in policies and procedures.
• Assist in creating and updating ER procedures and maintain accurate ER documentation.
• Provide general administrative support, including meeting coordination and record management.

Ideal Candidate:

Our client is looking for someone who demonstrates:

• Previous experience in an HR environment, particularly in supporting managers with people management issues.
• Strong communication skills, enabling the delivery of clear, customer-focused guidance.
• The ability to work independently while effectively multitasking and supporting team members.
• Resilience and assertiveness when navigating challenging circumstances.
• Proficiency in administrative tasks and software packages, including spreadsheets and word processing.

Perks of the Role:

This position offers:

• Competitive hourly rate of £14.10.
• Part-time working pattern, ideal for work-life balance.
• Opportunities for professional development and growth.
• Hybrid working options, providing flexibility in your work environment.

Adecco is a disability-confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.