ERLR Specialist, UK & Ireland

Galderma; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading dermatology company in the UK is seeking an Employee and Labor Relations Specialist to support HR activities across UK & Ireland. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of HR experience, including specific focus on employee relations, and strong knowledge of UK and Ireland employment law. This role includes advising on labor matters, ensuring compliance with legislation, and fostering positive employee experiences within the HR team. Join us to make an impactful difference in the healthcare sector.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of HR experience including HR Generalist experience with 3+ years focused on employee relations.
• Strong knowledge of UK and Ireland employment law and labor regulations.
• Fluency in English, additional languages are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide guidance on ER / LR matters including conflict resolution.
• Ensure compliance with UK and Ireland labor legislation.
• Draft letters and formal notifications.

Skills

Employee Relations expertise

Negotiation skills

Conflict resolution

Communication skills

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Law or related field

HR certifications

Job description

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 we are in 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.

Job Title : Employee and Labor Relations Specialist UK & IR

About the Role

We’re looking for an experienced Employee and Labor Relations specialist with a solid background as an 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 the HR Business Partner helping navigate complex employee matters and contributing to a constructive and compliant work environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide expert guidance on ER / LR matters including employment labor advice conflict resolution and performance management
• Keeping an eye on social issues (legislative regulatory and collective bargaining framework) and identifying 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 & IR 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)