Employee Relations Team Leader (Part-Time)

Macmillan Davies; Greater Manchester; On-site; GBP 46,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading HR consultancy is seeking a Part-Time Employee Relations Team Leader in South Manchester. This role involves leading a team of ER specialists, ensuring effective case management, and providing expert guidance to enhance employee relations strategies. The ideal candidate will possess a CIPD Level 5 qualification and substantial ER expertise. This position offers a chance to influence strategies within a dynamic, values-driven organization.

Qualifications

• CIPD Level 5 qualified or relevant HR/ER experience.
• Proven line management experience, with the ability to coach and mentor others.
• Strong technical knowledge in concerning employee relations in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of ER Advisors and Assistants.
• Support managers with complex casework issues.
• Provide high-quality ER advice to managers.
• Ensure HR policies are consistently applied.
• Collaborate on strategic projects with Senior HR Business Partner.

Skills

Extensive employee relations expertise

Exceptional communication skills

Strong organisational skills

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Education

CIPD Level 5 qualification or equivalent

Job description

Part-Time Employee Relations Team Leader, £46,000 Per Annum (FTE), South Manchester

Macmillan Davies is proud to be partnering with a leading housing organisation in the search for an Employee Relations Team Leader on a part-time basis (3 days a week) as part of a job share. This role will lead and develop a small team of ER specialists while ensuring all employee relations casework is managed effectively, compliantly, and in line with organisational values.

You will play a pivotal role in creating a positive working environment, providing expert guidance to managers, and driving effective ER strategies that support the organisation's goals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead, coach and manage a team of ER Advisors and Assistants, ensuring delivery of a customer-focused, compliant ER case management service.
• Act as the lead casework advisor, supporting managers with complex issues including absence, conduct, performance, disciplinary and grievance cases.
• Provide proactive, high-quality ER advice and coaching to managers, building management capability and minimising disputes.
• Develop strong, sustainable relationships with stakeholders across the business to deliver a cost-effective and solution-focused service.
• Ensure HR policies are up to date, consistently applied and effectively communicated.
• Partner with the Senior HR Business Partner to support strategic projects and organisational change initiatives.

The Ideal Candidate:

• CIPD Level 5 qualified (or equivalent relevant HR/ER experience).
• Extensive employee relations expertise, with strong technical knowledge in a complex, fast-paced environment.
• Proven line management experience, with the ability to coach, mentor and motivate others.
• Exceptional communication and influencing skills, with a track record of building effective stakeholder relationships at all levels.
• Strong organisational, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Commercially astute, collaborative and solutions-focused, with the ability to work under pressure.

This is an exciting opportunity to step into a highly influential role, where you will shape the employee relations agenda and have a real impact within a dynamic and values-driven organisation.

To apply, please send your CV or contact Amy Mottershead at [e-mail] for more details