Employee Relations Specialist

JR United Kingdom; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established business seeks an Employee Relations Specialist in Wakefield for a 6-month FTC role. The ER Specialist will support various projects and HR tasks, focusing on providing guidance on employee relations cases. Candidates should possess strong ER experience and knowledge of UK employment law.

Qualifications

• Strong background in Employee Relations with experience in complex issue resolution.
• Confident working independently and supporting others.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert guidance and support across a range of ER cases.
• Advise and coach managers on best practices.
• Support resolution of complex employee issues.

Skills

Employee Relations

UK employment law

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Organisation

Job description

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Client:

Eyzon

Location:

wakefield, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Views:

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Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

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Job Description:

Are you an experienced and dynamic Employee Relations Advisor or an experienced HR Business Partner who enjoys ER-based projects?

We are looking for a proactive ER Specialist to support a well-established business on a 6-month FTC basis. Reporting to the HR Director, the ER Specialist will support managers and the wider HR team through various projects and a range of ER cases.

Due to the focus of the role, this will be predominantly site-based (edge of East/West Yorkshire.) There is some flexibility around working hours. Likely 1 day a week from home will be possible.

The role is likely to be full-time, 5 days a week. However, for the right person, they would consider part-time, 4 days a week.

Role to start towards the end of June 2025. Salary c£38,000 per annum.

Key responsibilities:

• Provide expert guidance and support across a range of ER cases, providing clear, consistent guidance
• Advise and coach managers on best practices for managing employee relations matters
• Support the resolution of complex employee issues and disputes
• Lead or support investigations and hearings
• Ensuring the people processes are robust, fair, and aligned with policy and employment law
• Maintain accurate records and ensure documentation is up to date
• Assist with various HR tasks and projects across the wider HR team

Skills & Experience:

• Strong background in Employee Relations, with a proven track record in resolving complex ER issues in a fast-paced environment
• Confident to work independently while also supporting others
• Solid knowledge of UK employment law and best practices
• Highly organised and methodical approach
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships

For more information, please contact [emailprotected] using reference number: PR/010366