ER Specialist 6-Month FTC

Oakleaf Partnership; City Of London; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A national business is seeking an experienced Employee Relations Specialist to join their team on a 6-month fixed-term contract. The role involves managing a high volume of complex employee relations cases, providing expert guidance, and ensuring compliance with UK employment law. Ideal candidates will have a solid background in ER, strong communication skills, and the ability to influence stakeholders. This position is predominantly onsite in the City of London, with a salary of up to £65,000.

Qualifications

• Proven track record as an Employee Relations Business Partner, ER Specialist, or similar role.
• Ability to manage a high volume of complex cases in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience in healthcare, public sector, or regulated environment is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Manage a high ER case load of up to 30 cases, including disciplinary, grievance, and absence management.
• Provide clear, commercially focused advice to managers and senior stakeholders.
• Ensure all ER processes are legally compliant and aligned with company policy.
• Build effective relationships with leaders to proactively mitigate ER risks.
• Support continuous improvement of ER practices and processes.

Skills

Strong knowledge of UK employment law

Excellent communication skills

Stakeholder management

Influencing skills

Job description

Employee Relations Specialist
Location: City of London, 4x days onsite (potential for 3x)
Contract: 6-Months (FTC)
Salary: Up to £65,000

A leading and well-respected national business is seeking an experienced Employee Relations Specialist to join their team on a 6-month fixed-term contract.

In this role, you will play a key part in supporting the business through a high volume of complex employee relations (ER) cases, providing expert guidance and ensuring best practice is consistently applied.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a high ER case load of up to 30 cases, including disciplinary, grievance, capability, and absence management.
• Provide clear, commercially focused advice to managers and senior stakeholders.
• Ensure all ER processes are legally compliant and aligned with company policy.
• Build effective relationships with leaders to proactively mitigate ER risks.
• Support continuous improvement of ER practices and processes.

About You

• Proven track record as an Employee Relations Business Partner, ER Specialist, or similar role.
• Strong knowledge of UK employment law and best practice HR policies.
• Ability to manage a high volume of complex cases in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and influencing skills.
• Experience within healthcare, public sector, or similarly regulated environment is desirable.