Employee Relations Manager

JR United Kingdom; Reading; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established cultural and academic organisation is seeking a skilled Employee Relations Manager to provide strategic HR support during a transformative period. This role is pivotal in delivering effective, people-focused solutions while fostering fair and consistent HR practices. You will collaborate with senior management to navigate complex HR challenges and implement innovative workforce strategies. If you are an experienced HR professional with a passion for employee relations and a proven track record in managing HR cases, this opportunity offers a dynamic environment to make a significant impact.

Qualifications

• CIPD Level 5 qualification or equivalent required.
• Experience managing complex HR cases is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide HR support on employee relations matters.
• Lead on complex casework and workforce change initiatives.
• Advise senior managers on HR practices.

Skills

Employee Relations

HR Advice

Performance Management

Grievance Management

Disciplinary Procedures

Communication Skills

Influencing Skills

Education

CIPD Level 5

Job description

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Location: Reading (Hybrid working available)

Contract Type: Fixed-term

A leading cultural and academic organisation is seeking an experienced Employee Relations Manager to provide dedicated HR support to one of its key departments. This role will play a central part in delivering people-focused solutions during a period of organisational change, with a particular emphasis on employee relations and workforce realignment.

Working at both strategic and operational levels, you’ll partner with senior managers to advise on a wide range of HR matters and support the implementation of new ways of working. You’ll be instrumental in ensuring fair, consistent, and effective HR practices throughout a period of significant transition.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide high-quality HR advice and support on employee relations matters, including disciplinary, grievance, performance, and absence management.
• Act as a key point of contact for line managers and leadership, offering clear, practical guidance.
• Lead on complex casework, ensuring outcomes align with policy, employment law, and organisational values.
• Support the design and implementation of workforce change initiatives, including restructures, role changes, and consultation processes.
• Build effective working relationships across teams and contribute to the development of HR policies and processes.

You’ll be an experienced HR professional with a CIPD Level 5 qualification (or equivalent), and a strong background in employee relations. You’ll have demonstrable experience managing complex HR cases and advising at a senior level. Strong interpersonal and communication skills are essential, along with the ability to influence, build credibility, and deliver pragmatic solutions in a fast-paced environment.