Employee Relations Advisor - Global Brand - FTC

Corecruitment; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A globally recognized quick-service restaurant brand is hiring an Employee Relations Advisor for a 12-month fixed-term contract in Cambridge. The role involves managing employee relations casework and providing expert guidance to operational leaders to ensure compliance with UK employment law. Ideal candidates should have experience in a fast-paced, multi-site environment and possess excellent interpersonal skills. The position offers valuable perks including an annual bonus scheme and significant discounts.

Benefits

Annual Bonus Scheme

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Critical Illness Cover

Private Medical Insurance

Life Insurance

70% Discount on Food & Drink

Cycle to Work Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Wagestream – access your pay when you need it

Free Mortgage Advice

Qualifications

• Solid experience managing employee relations in a fast-paced, multi-site environment.
• Strong and current working knowledge of UK employment law.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills – able to build trust at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage ER casework including disciplinaries, grievances, absence, performance, and appeals.
• Provide expert coaching and support to line managers to ensure fair and consistent outcomes.
• Monitor ER trends and risks, and escalate complex or high-risk cases appropriately.

Skills

Managing employee relations

UK employment law knowledge

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Independent working

Job description

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Employee Relations Advisor - Global Brand - FTC, Cambridge

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Client:

Corecruitment

Location:

Cambridge, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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Job Views:

16

Posted:

12.08.2025

Expiry Date:

26.09.2025

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Job Description:

Overview

We’re hiring an experienced Employee Relations Advisor to support the growth of a globally recognised quick-service restaurant (QSR) brand. This field-based, 12-month fixed-term contract role covers the South of the UK and places you at the heart of driving fair, consistent, and compliant people practices across the restaurant estate.

You’ll be a trusted partner to operational leaders, providing expert guidance on all employee relations matters while contributing to a culture rooted in respect, development, and high performance.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a globally respected brand with bold UK expansion plans
• Gain broad exposure to complex ER casework and proactive policy development
• Potential for permanent opportunities as the business grows
• Annual Bonus Scheme
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• £50,000 Critical Illness Cover
• Private Medical Insurance (for you)
• Life Insurance
• 70% Discount on Food & Drink – for you, friends & family
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Wagestream – access your pay when you need it
• Free Mortgage Advice

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage ER casework including disciplinaries, grievances, absence, performance, and appeals
• Provide expert coaching and support to line managers to ensure fair and consistent outcomes
• Monitor ER trends and risks, and escalate complex or high-risk cases appropriately
• Ensure compliance with company policy and UK employment legislation
• Support the development and delivery of ER-related training
• Produce regular reporting and analysis on ER activity across your region
• Promote best practices and help strengthen ER capability across the business

What You’ll Bring

• Solid experience managing employee relations in a fast-paced, multi-site environment
• Strong and current working knowledge of UK employment law
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills – able to build trust at all levels
• Comfortable working independently and managing a dynamic, field-based workload
• Full UK driving licence and flexibility to travel regularly across the Southern UK

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If you’re passionate about people, thrive in a fast-moving environment, and want to be part of a brand with purpose and ambition – we’d love to hear from you.