Employee Relations Lead 6 month FTC

HR Heads Ltd; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic HR firm in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Employee Relations Lead for a 6-month fixed term contract. This hybrid role, based in Basingstoke, involves leading a team of HR Advisors to manage complex employee relations cases. The successful candidate will have deep knowledge of UK employment law and experience coaching managers through challenges. A strong benefits package is offered, including generous holiday allowances and a matched pension scheme.

Benefits

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Flexible benefits scheme

Wellbeing discounts, including gym memberships

Matched pension scheme up to 12%

Access to private medical and dental cover

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in employee relations with a proven track record.
• Experience in coaching managers through complex ER cases.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coach the HR Advisor team on employment law advice.
• Manage complex and high-risk ER cases.
• Provide practical guidance on grievances and disciplinaries.

Skills

Knowledge of UK employment law

Coaching and mentoring

Data analysis

Communication

Influencing stakeholders

Education

CIPD qualification or working towards

Job description

Employee Relations Lead (6‑month FTC)

Hybrid role, based in Basingstoke, leading HR Advisors on complex ER cases.

Location: Hampshire Added: 18/11/25

Are you an experienced Employee Relations specialist looking for your next challenge? My client is seeking a confident and capable Employee Relations Lead to join their dynamic HR Business Partnering team on a 6-month fixed term contract.

Based in Basingstoke, this role offers a hybrid working model, combining office and home-based flexibility. Occasional travel to other offices or offsite locations will be required, so access to transport and a willingness to travel is essential.

Reporting to the HR Business Partnering Manager, you’ll lead a team of six HR Advisors, delivering expert employee relations support across the organisation. You’ll collaborate closely with the Employee Relations Capability Partner and HR Business Partners to resolve complex cases, drive positive outcomes, and uphold the organisation’s values.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and coach the HR Advisor team to deliver expert employment law advice while mitigating business risk
• Provide practical guidance on grievances, disciplinaries, flexible working, capability, absence and performance
• Develop the team’s confidence and capability in managing ER cases
• Oversee case recording and use data insights to identify trends, risks and costs
• Manage complex, high-risk cases and support employment tribunal preparation
• Advise on policy changes and ensure alignment with current legislation

What We’re Looking For

You’ll bring hands‑on experience in employee relations, with a proven track record of coaching managers through complex cases. Ideally, you’ll be CIPD qualified or working towards it.

• Has deep knowledge of UK employment law and upcoming legislative changes
• Is experienced in resolving complex ER issues through internal and external processes
• Uses data to spot trends, assess risk and recommend innovative solutions
• Builds trusted relationships and communicates with clarity and empathy
• Influences and educates stakeholders on policy, procedure and legal implications

Benefits

My client offers a fantastic benefits package, including:

• 25 days holiday + bank holidays (pro‑rated), increasing annually to 30 days
• Option to buy or sell holiday through a flexible benefits scheme
• 3 wellbeing days and 2 paid volunteering days
• Matched pension scheme up to 12% and life cover at 4x salary
• Access to private medical, dental and critical illness cover
• Wellbeing discounts including gym memberships and 24/7 virtual GP access

Ready to make an impact? Apply now and help shape the future of employee relations at my client.

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