Employee Relations Lead

Manufacturing Technology Centre; Coventry; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing R&D center in Coventry seeks a strategic Employee Relations Lead to develop workplace culture and manage employee relations cases. The role involves ensuring compliance with employment law while coaching managers and analyzing workplace data. Ideal candidates will have strong knowledge of HR practices and excellent communication skills. This position offers a permanent contract with flexible working options and benefits including medical and pension schemes.

Benefits

Vitality Medical

Company Pension

Tusker Car Scheme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Qualifications

• Proven ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders.
• Experience interpreting data and trends.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage employee relations cases including grievances and performance.
• Develop ER strategies aligned with employment law.
• Coach and train managers for positive team dynamics.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.

Skills

Strong knowledge of employment law and HR practices

Excellent leadership skills

Strong communication skills

Conflict resolution skills

Analytical mindset

Job description

🌟 Join Us as an Employee Relations Lead 🌟 📍 Location: MTC, Ansty 🕒 Job Type: Permanent ¦ 36 Hours per Week 💼 Flexible Working: Fully Flexible Week & Hybrid Options Available 🎁 Benefits Include: Vitality Medical, Company Pension, Tusker Car Scheme, Cycle to Work Scheme & More

About the MTC

At the Manufacturing Technology Centre (MTC), we’re shaping the future of UK manufacturing. As a world-renowned research and development organisation, we bridge the gap between academia and industry, helping manufacturers of all sizes innovate and thrive.

With cutting-edge facilities in Coventry, Liverpool, and Oxford, and as part of the High Value Manufacturing Catapult, we work across sectors including aerospace, automotive, construction, electronics, and defence. Our collaborative, forward-thinking environment is home to some of the brightest minds in engineering.

The Role: Employee Relations Lead

We’re looking for a strategic and empathetic Employee Relations Lead to champion a positive, productive, and legally compliant workplace culture. Reporting to the Head of People Experience, you’ll play a key role in shaping our employee relations strategy and supporting our people managers.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage employee relations cases (grievances, disciplinary, performance, etc.)
• Develop and implement ER strategies and policies aligned with employment law and MTC values
• Provide expert advice on legal compliance and employment law updates
• Coach and train managers to foster positive team dynamics
• Analyse data to identify trends and inform strategic decisions
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including legal professionals
• Oversee policy effectiveness and manage Occupational Health services

What We’re Looking For

• Strong knowledge of employment law and HR practices
• Excellent leadership, communication, and conflict resolution skills
• Proven ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders
• Analytical mindset with experience interpreting data and trends

Interview Process

Once your application is submitted, our Talent Acquisition Team will review it. If shortlisted, you’ll be invited to a 2-stage interview process, which may include a technical test depending on the role.

Security & References

Due to the nature of our work, all employment is subject to satisfactory references and security clearance checks.

Ready to make a difference in UK manufacturing? 👉 Apply now and help us build a better future.