Employee Relations Manager

Michael Page (UK); Slough; Hybrid; GBP 46,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading public-facing organization seeks an HR professional to lead policy development and employee relations. The role involves designing clear, compliant policies and providing strategic support to managers. With a competitive salary and flexible working arrangements, this position is ideal for those looking to impact the public sector positively.

Benefits

26 days annual leave, rising to 30 days with service

Access to Local Government Pension Scheme

Flexible and hybrid working arrangements

Tax-free childcare benefits

Season ticket loan options

Qualifications

• Strong background in HR policy and employee relations.
• Experience in complex or unionised settings.
• Confident managing sensitive issues.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and rollout of clear and compliant employment policies.
• Provide guidance on employee relations and complex situations.
• Collaborate with HR teams to embed people practices.

Skills

Employee Relations

Policy Development

Analytical Skills

Collaboration

Education

CIPD Qualification

Job description

• Ready to lead the way an organisation supports its people through HR practices?
• Want to be the go-to expert for employee relations and policy innovation?

About Our Client

A large, public-facing organisation committed to building a progressive, inclusive, and high-performing workplace through smart people strategies and collaborative leadership.

Job Description

• Lead the design and rollout of employment policies that are clear, compliant, and easy to use.
• Provide expert guidance on employee relations, helping managers navigate complex situations with confidence.
• Collaborate with HR teams and leaders to embed people practices into everyday operations.
• Use data and feedback to spot trends, improve processes, and shape future policy direction.
• Deliver training and resources that build understanding and capability across the organisation.
• Stay ahead of legal and workplace trends to ensure policies remain relevant and effective.
• Support a culture of fairness, accountability, and continuous improvement in all things HR.
• Manage a team of uo to five people

The Successful Applicant

• Have a strong background in HR policy and employee relations, ideally in a complex or unionised setting.
• Know how to turn legal requirements into practical, people-friendly guidance.
• Are confident managing sensitive issues and providing strategic advice to senior leaders.
• Enjoy working collaboratively and building strong relationships across teams.
• Are analytical, organised, and always looking for ways to improve how things are done.
• Hold a relevant qualification (e.g. CIPD) or have equivalent experience.
• Has managed a small or large team before

What's on Offer

• A competitive salary circa £46000
• 26 days annual leave, rising to 30 days between 2 - 5 years' service and 33 days after 5 years' service (plus bank holidays)
• Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
• Tax-free childcare benefits and season ticket loan options.

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated HR professional looking to make an impact in the public sector. If you are based in or near Slough and are ready to take on this challenge, we encourage you to apply today!