ER/LR Specialist, UK & Ireland

Galderma; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading dermatology company in the UK seeks an experienced Employee and Labor Relations professional to enhance HR activities across UK & Ireland. You'll act as a trusted advisor on ER and LR matters, ensuring compliance with labor laws, fostering positive employee experiences, and supporting strategic HR initiatives. Ideal candidates should have a strong background in HR generalist roles, excellent negotiation skills, and a commitment to promoting a constructive work environment. This position offers opportunities for personal growth and development.

Benefits

Employee growth opportunities

Teamwork and collaboration environment

Diversity and respect for personal rights

Qualifications

• 5+ years of HR experience, including generalist experience focusing on employee relations.
• Strong knowledge of UK & Ireland employment law and labor regulations.
• HR certifications are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert guidance on ER/LR matters, including conflict resolution.
• Ensure compliance with UK and Ireland labor legislation.
• Partner with business goals to implement ER/LR strategies.

Skills

Employee Relations

Conflict Resolution

Negotiation Skills

Project Management

Communication Skills

Fluency in English

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related field

Job description

We're looking for an experienced Employee and Labor Relations professional with a solid background as HR Generalist to join our HR team. This role is essential to supporting our Employee Relations (ER) and Labor Relations (LR) activities across UK & Ireland sites, ensuring compliance, fostering positive employee experiences. You'll act as a trusted advisor to HR Business Partner, helping navigate complex employee matters and contributing to a constructive and compliant work environment.

Key Responsabilities

• Provide expert guidance on ER/LR matters, including employment labor advise, conflict resolution, and performance management
• Keep an eye on social issues (legislative, regulatory and collective bargaining framework) and identify measures that could have an impact on the company
• Ensure compliance with both UK and Ireland labour legislation and collective agreements
• Participate in equality, health & safety, and diversity committees
• Draft letters and formal notifications
• Support audits and labour inspections
• Partner with the UK & IRL HRBP to implement ER/LR strategies aligned with business goals
• Support change processes, restructuring, and general HR initiatives
• Advise on cooperation with works councils and unions, including negotiating agreements
• Keep HR documentation up to date (e.g., handbooks, workplace policies)

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Human Resources, Law, or related field
• HR certifications are a plus
• 5+ years of HR experience, including HR generalist experience, with at least 3 years focused on employee relations
• Strong knowledge of UK & IR employment law and labor regulations
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills
• Project management capabilities and ability to handle multiple priorities
• Fluency in English (additional languages are a plus)

Galderma is the emerging pure‑play dermatology category leader, present in approximately 90 countries. We deliver an innovative, science‑based portfolio of premium flagship brands and services that span the full spectrum of the fast‑growing dermatology market through Injectable Aesthetics, Dermatological Skincare and Therapeutic Dermatology. Since our foundation in 1981, we have dedicated our focus and passion to the human body's largest organ - the skin - meeting individual consumer and patient needs with superior outcomes in partnership with healthcare professionals. Because we understand that the skin shapes our lives, we are advancing dermatology for every skin story.

We look for people who focus on getting results, embrace learning and bring a positive energy. They must combine initiative with a sense of teamwork and collaboration. Above all, they must be passionate about doing something meaningful for consumers, patients, and the healthcare professionals we serve every day. We aim to empower each employee and promote their personal growth while ensuring business needs are met now and into the future. Across our company, we embrace diversity and respect the dignity, privacy, and personal rights of every employee. At Galderma, we actively give our teams reasons to believe in our bold ambition to become the leading dermatology company in the world. With us, you have the ultimate opportunity to gain new and challenging work experiences and create an unparalleled, direct impact.