Employee Relations Manager

University of Southampton Malaysia; Southampton; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a world-leading university as an Employee Relations Manager, where your expertise will play a vital role in inspiring the next generation of students. This position offers the chance to work in a vibrant environment, managing employee relations casework and collaborating with various stakeholders. With a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion, the university provides flexible working arrangements and extensive benefits, including generous leave and access to cultural facilities. If you are passionate about employee relations and ready to make a difference, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

44 days of leave per year

Flexible work options

Access to arts and culture facilities

Staff discounts at local shops

Qualifications

• Experience in managing employee relations casework.
• Knowledge of best practices and employment legislation.

Responsibilities

• Manage employee relations casework and consultations.
• Provide interpretive advice on compliance with employment procedures.

Skills

Employee Relations

Conflict Resolution

Employment Legislation

Stakeholder Management

Education

Degree in Human Resources or related field

Job description

Do you want to use your skills in Employee Relations to play a vital role in inspiring the next generation of students at a world-leading university?

The University of Southampton’s mission is to change the world for the better. As a research-intensive university ranked in the top 100 worldwide, it is renowned for its innovation, enterprise, and high-quality educational offerings.

We are seeking two enthusiastic HR professionals to join our Employee Relations team.

The Roles

We have two fixed-term positions: one for 6 months (full-time) and one for 2 years (part-time at 0.8 FTE).

The role involves managing employee relations casework and consultations to achieve appropriate resolutions, balancing the interests of individuals and the organization. Employee Relations Managers provide interpretive advice to ensure compliance with university employment procedures and legislation. The role requires close collaboration with the HR Business Partner, senior management, and trade unions to support case management of employee relations issues.

What We’re Looking For

Ideal candidates will be passionate about employee relations, with previous experience in a similar role, and up-to-date knowledge of best practices and employment legislation. You should be proactive in progressing case work and a strong team player capable of working across different teams.

You must demonstrate the ability to guide stakeholders through complex and potentially contentious employee relations issues while effectively managing a varied caseload to meet deadlines and quality standards.

What We Can Offer You

Based at our vibrant Highfield campus, you will have access to facilities such as the sports complex, Hartley Library, and Staff Social Centre. We support flexible working arrangements, combining office and home working as needed.

Our benefits include 44 days of leave per year (including bank holidays and closure days), flexible work options, extensive family leave, access to arts and culture facilities, and staff discounts at local shops and services.

For more information or an informal chat about the role, contact Tara Crawley, Employee Relations Manager, at [e-mail].

Interviews will begin shortly after the closing date.

Additional Details

• Job Description and Person Specification

We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. Our policies support diversity, respect, and equality of opportunity, and we promote a flexible working culture to support our staff and students.

Apply by 11:59 pm GMT on the closing date. For assistance, contact Recruitment at [phone] or [e-mail], quoting the job number.

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