ER Partner/Manager - Interim

Michael Page; West Midlands Combined Authority; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an experienced HR professional to provide expert employee relations advice in a dynamic environment. This role involves acting as a strategic business partner, leading change initiatives, and coaching HR Advisors to enhance capabilities. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of UK employment law and a proven track record in managing complex ER issues. Join a supportive and values-led organization that offers a hybrid working model and an excellent benefits package, making this an exciting opportunity for those looking to make a significant impact in their field.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Excellent Benefits Package

Hybrid Working with Flexibility

Supportive Environment

Qualifications

• CIPD qualified with significant HR and ER experience at a senior level.
• Proven track record managing complex employee relations issues.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert ER advice on complex issues including disciplinaries and grievances.
• Act as a strategic partner to senior leaders on people strategy.

Skills

Employee Relations (ER)

Change Management

UK Employment Law

Coaching Skills

Stakeholder Management

Education

CIPD Qualification

Job description

• Interim contract
• Hybrid working

About Our Client

The client is a large complex unionised organisation going through a large period of change

Job Description

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  Provide expert ER advice on complex and sensitive issues, including disciplinaries, grievances, absence management, and performance issues.
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  Act as a strategic business partner to senior leaders, advising on people strategy and workforce planning.
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  Lead or support business transformation, restructuring, and change initiatives.
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  Manage and coach HR Advisors to build ER capability across the function.
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  Monitor employment legislation and ensure policies and practices remain compliant and up-to-date.
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  Support the implementation of HR initiatives that drive engagement and improve employee experience
• Liaise with Unions and Employee groups

The Successful Applicant

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  CIPD qualified (or equivalent) with significant HR and ER experience at a senior level.
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  Proven track record managing complex employee relations issues in a fast-paced environment.
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  Confident influencing and advising senior stakeholders with a pragmatic, solutions-focused approach.
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  Strong understanding of UK employment law and HR best practices.
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  Experience in change management, organisational design or restructuring projects is advantageous.
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  Collaborative and resilient, with excellent interpersonal and coaching skills

What's on Offer

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  Competitive salary
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  Excellent benefits package
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  Hybrid working with flexibility
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  Supportive, values-led environment