Employee Relations Partner

Hays Human Resources; London; Remote; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global professional services firm is seeking an experienced Employee Relations professional to drive organisational change and manage complex ER cases. You will lead initiatives, ensuring alignment with UK employment law while also upskilling teams. The position offers remote work options and a comprehensive benefits package including a £5,000 allowance, 6% performance bonus, and private medical cover.

Benefits

£5000 benefits allowance

6% annual performance bonus

Private medical cover

Remote working opportunities

Collaborative and progressive team

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing complex ER cases.
• Strong understanding of UK employment law.
• Confidence in training delivery and case management.

Responsibilities

• Manage high-impact ER cases and lead change programmes.
• Research and align people policy with legal requirements.
• Upskill teams in ER case handling.

Skills

Employee Relations

Change Management

UK Employment Law

Analytical Skills

Training Delivery

Job description

Your new company
A global leader in professional services are hiring for a seasoned Employee Relations professional to influence organisational change at scale. Whilst driving complex case management, you will be a trusted expert in ER policy, lead on TUPE projects and will guide senior leadership through ER transformation. Other key responsibilities will include:

• Own and manage high-impact ER cases, including ACAS Early Conciliation and Employment Tribunals.
• Strategically lead org change programmes - from TUPE and M&A activity to restructures.
• Research and develop people policy, ensuring alignment with best practice and legal requirements.
• Upskill teams and People Leaders through training and coaching on ER case handling.
• Interpret workforce trends and data to recommend proactive ER interventions.
• Champion continuous service improvement and support transformation initiatives across the ER function.

What you'll need to succeed

• Proven experience as an Employee Relations specialist, specifically managing complex and high-risk cases.
• Track record in managing change programmes with both individual and collective consultation.
• Strong understanding of UK employment law and the ability to educate across the business.
• Confidence in training delivery and use of case management tools.
• Data-driven mindset, with strong analytical skills and a drive to make positive improvements.

What you'll get in return
You'll be part of a collaborative and progressive team, with the opportunity to make a tangible impact.
As well as remote working opportunities, you will be entitled to a £5,000 benefits allowance, which can be taken as salary, a 6% annual performance bonus, private medical cover and more.

What you need to do now
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