Employee Relations Specialist

JR United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

An established investment manager is seeking an Employee Relations Specialist for a 6-month fixed-term contract. This role is pivotal in fostering a positive work environment by managing employee relations matters and driving organizational development initiatives. The ideal candidate will be responsible for resolving conflicts, ensuring compliance with labor laws, and implementing strategies to enhance employee engagement and performance. This opportunity is perfect for someone passionate about building a strong workplace culture and supporting employee development in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in employee relations or HR generalist roles is essential.
• Strong knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices required.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the point of contact for employee relations matters and conflicts.
• Conduct investigations into complaints while ensuring fairness and compliance.
• Develop policies that align with company culture and legal requirements.

Skills

Employee Relations

Conflict Resolution

Communication Skills

Analytical Skills

Negotiation Skills

Education

Experience in HR or Labour Relations

Job description

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Fidarsi are partnering with an established Investment Manager to hire an Employee Relations Specialist on a 6-month Fixed Term Contract.

The Employee Relations Specialist is responsible for fostering a positive work environment by handling employee relations matters, managing case investigations, and driving organisational development initiatives. This role focuses on building a strong workplace culture, ensuring compliance with labour laws, resolving conflicts, and implementing OD strategies to enhance employee engagement, performance, and leadership development.

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as the primary point of contact for employee relations matters, including workplace conflicts, grievances, and disciplinary actions.
• Conduct thorough investigations into employee complaints, misconduct, and policy violations, ensuring fairness and legal compliance.
• Develop and implement employee relations policies and procedures that align with company culture and legal requirements.
• Provide coaching and guidance to managers and employees on performance management, disciplinary actions, and conflict resolution.
• Ensure compliance with employment laws, company policies, and industry regulations.
• Support employee engagement initiatives, fostering a positive and inclusive work environment.
• Mediate disputes between employees or between employees and management to maintain a productive workplace.
• Maintain accurate records of employee relations cases, documenting investigations and resolutions appropriately.
• Collaborate with HR teams to develop training programs on workplace policies, diversity & inclusion, and leadership development.
• Monitor and analyse employee relations trends to proactively address potential issues and recommend solutions.

Required Qualifications:

• Experience in employee relations, HR generalist roles, or labour relations.
• Strong knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices.
• Experience conducting workplace investigations and handling sensitive matters with confidentiality.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and conflict-resolution skills.
• Ability to work independently and handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.