Employee Relations Lead - 13-Month FTC, London

RCK Partners; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Birthday leave

Buy/sell holiday

Volunteering days

Income protection

Life assurance

Private medical insurance

Pension scheme

Job summary

RCK seeks an ER-focused HR professional to advise managers across the business, guiding them through the full employee lifecycle while ensuring compliance with UK employment law. The role involves handling complex cases and delivering pragmatic, commercially aware advice under pressure.

Working with the Head of Recruiting/HR and the Group Head of People & Operations, you will shape employee relations strategy, drive training, and contribute to employment policies in a growing consultancy.

Qualifications

• At least five years handling employee relations matters.
• Strong knowledge of UK employment law; experience with Ireland, Dubai is a plus.
• Experience in professional services or high-growth environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a broad range of ER matters (disciplinary investigations, grievances, performance management, absence, probation, flexible working, exits).
• Ensure fair, compliant handling aligned with law and company policies.
• Coach managers through difficult conversations and people issues.
• Run monthly training sessions on ER topics.
• Maintain accurate employment documentation and records.

Skills

Employee relations

HR advisory

Employment law

stakeholder management

Coaching managers

Training delivery

Confidentiality

HR policy

Tools

HRIS

Microsoft 365

Job description

RCK seeks an ER-focused HR professional to advise managers across the business, guiding them through the full employee lifecycle while ensuring compliance with UK employment law. The role involves handling complex cases and delivering pragmatic, commercially aware advice under pressure.

Working with the Head of Recruiting/HR and the Group Head of People & Operations, you will shape employee relations strategy, drive training, and contribute to employment policies in a growing consultancy.