Employee Relations Specialist - FTC

Project People; Reading; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Employee Relations Specialist to deliver expert advice and coaching to managers and stakeholders. This role involves managing complex employee relations cases and leading consultation for business change projects. The ideal candidate will leverage their extensive HR experience and CIPD qualifications to enhance employee experiences aligned with business objectives. Join a dynamic team dedicated to continuous improvement and proactive intervention in employee relations. This is an excellent opportunity to make a significant impact in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Extensive HR-related experience in employee relations.
• CIPD Qualified or Part Qualified.

Responsibilities

• Manage complex and high-risk employee relations cases.
• Deliver consultation for business change projects including redundancy.
• Use ER data to identify trends and opportunities.

Skills

Employee Relations Management

Complex Case Management

Consultation for Business Change

HR Data Analysis

Training Development

Education

CIPD Qualification

Tools

Excel

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Full Job Description

Employee Relations Specialist - FTC

FTC - Till the end of December 2025

Start Date: ASAP

You must be eligible to work in the UK without the need for Sponsorship

Role Description

To provide professional, commercial, and specialist employee relations advice and coaching to our people managers and stakeholders across the broader People team and business to deliver business objectives and operational outcomes.

The SME advises to ensure our people experiences are aligned with our business strategy, policies, precedents, compliance, and legislative requirements. Knowledge of the company’s broader People Policies and processes is also required.

The ER Specialist manages a variety of complex and high-risk cases including disciplinary, grievance, whistleblowing, sickness absence, capability, performance, appeals, early conciliation, and Employment Tribunal claims. The role is responsible for delivering consultation for business change projects including restructures/redundancy (individual and collective), TUPE (in and out), and changing terms and conditions. This varied role also manages ER-related projects, policy updates, and initiatives for continuous improvement.

Key Deliverables

• Delivery of individual and collective consultation for business change projects across the organization including redundancy, TUPE, and changes of terms and conditions.
• Manage highly complex and high-risk cases including disciplinary, grievance, sickness, capability, appeals, whistleblowing, early conciliation, settlement agreements/COT3, and Employment Tribunals.
• Risk assess ER-related issues and projects, providing clear and viable options for business consideration.
• Support, mentor, and develop Advisors.
• Use ER data (including data manipulation in Excel) to identify trends, insights, and opportunities for proactive intervention.
• Identify shortcomings in existing processes, systems, and procedures, then collaborate with stakeholders to drive continuous improvement.
• Manage relationships with key internal customers and act as their business partner, often utilizing support teams to ensure client satisfaction.
• Develop training courses to meet identified needs and improve performance.

Qualifications and Experience Needed

Extensive HR-related experience in employee relations to a highly competent level.

Qualifications:

CIPD Qualified or Part Qualified.

Key Skills:

Comprehensive experience in Employee Relations, including managing complex/high-risk cases and leading consultation requirements for business change projects.

Application Instructions

If interested, please apply or send your CV directly to us.