Employee Relations Specialist

TN United Kingdom; Telford; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Employee Relations Specialist to join their team in Telford. This pivotal role focuses on enhancing People Relations activities by leveraging data-driven insights to support line managers. You will lead and develop Site Management Teams, manage tribunal claims, and collaborate with HR to ensure effective case management. The position offers a hybrid working model, allowing for flexibility while contributing to a prestigious organization. If you're passionate about fostering strong employee relations and driving continuous improvement, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Hybrid working

Prestigious organization

Qualifications

• CIPD qualified or equivalent with experience in ER matters.
• Strong knowledge of HR best practices and TU issues.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor Site Management Teams in people relations.
• Manage employment tribunal claims and minimize impact.

Skills

Employee Relations

HR Project Management

Change Management

Negotiation Skills

Problem-Solving

Communication Skills

Coaching Mindset

Education

CIPD Qualification

Graduate Degree

Job description

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Hays is working with a well-renowned organization in Telford, seeking an Employee Relations Specialist on a temporary basis. They are looking for a dynamic and experienced People Relations Specialist to join their team. This role is pivotal in supporting the People Relations activities within the business. You will use data-driven insights to continuously improve and upskill line managers in all Employee Relations (ER) matters.

Your new role

• Lead, mentor, and develop Site Management Teams in people relations.
• Efficiently triage and prioritize line manager queries and issues.
• Maintain positive relationships with regional Trade Union (TU) teams.
• Provide input to the policy review process, highlighting areas for change and development.
• Collaborate with the wider HR team to meet business needs in day-to-day case management and proactive actions.
• Manage employment tribunal and employment-related court claims, minimizing financial and reputational impact.
• Build relationships with stakeholders to support all ER&P activities and requirements.
• Develop and deliver continuous training programs to upskill line managers in industrial and people relations matters.
• Report on people relations matters and metrics for various stakeholders.
• Support major business changes, such as TUPE transfers.

What you'll need to succeed

• Graduate, CIPD qualified or equivalent.
• Experience in disciplinary, grievance, and TU issues.
• HR project management and change management experience.
• Strong knowledge of ER/IR/TU arena and HR best practices.
• Business and commercial acumen.
• Ability to influence, be creative, and challenge norms.
• Coaching mindset and continuous improvement focus.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and presentation skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, matrix environment with senior stakeholders.
• Negotiation skills for TU negotiations and termination agreements.
• Project management skills.

What you'll get in return

Hybrid working

Working for a prestigious organisation