Head of Employee Relations

NHS; City Of London; On-site; GBP 72,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in London is seeking a Head of Employee Relations to lead a team focusing on improving workplace culture and ensuring compliance with employment law. The role involves shaping employee relations strategies, providing support to management, and fostering an inclusive approach to workplace issues. Ideal candidates will possess relevant qualifications and experience in employee relations, with strong communication and leadership skills.

Benefits

Competitive salary

NHS Pension Scheme

Independent counselling support

Career-long learning and development

Excellent transport connections

NHS and Blue Light discount schemes

Free Pilates classes

Full support and training

Qualifications

• Demonstrable knowledge of current employment legislation.
• Experience designing and delivering training to managers.
• Ability to communicate effectively with all staff levels.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team providing advice and support to staff and managers.
• Shape how employee issues are handled with fairness.
• Ensure managers are confident in handling people-related matters.

Skills

Experience in employee relations

Understanding of employment law

Strong communication skills

Team leadership

Education

Degree plus master's level qualification

Job description

Job summary

Previous applicants within last 3 months need not apply.

We're looking for someone who cares deeply about people at work -- someone who wants to make sure every member of staff feels supported, treated fairly, and able to thrive.

At Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, the Head of Employee Relations will lead the team that helps managers and staff work through challenges, improve workplace culture, and make sure policies and practices really work for the people they affect.

What we're looking for

• Has experience in employee relations and knows how to handle complex people issues.
• Understands employment law and can explain it clearly to others.
• Can build trust quickly and work well with staff, unions, and senior leaders.
• Knows how to lead a team with warmth and clarity.
• Wants to keep learning and improving how things are done.

What the role involves

• Lead a small, dedicated team who provide advice and support to staff and managers.
• Help shape how we handle employee issues, making sure our approach is fair, open, and inclusive.
• Work closely with managers, trade unions, and staff networks to solve problems early and positively.
• Keep us up to date with employment law and good practice so our people feel protected and respected.
• Support and develop managers so they feel confident dealing with people matters.
• Use data and feedback to spot where we can make things better and take action.

Why it matters

At Moorfields, our people make everything possible for our patients. This role helps make sure our staff feel listened to, supported, and treated with respect -- so they can do their best work.

What's in it for You?

At Moorfields, we invest in you--your growth, your wellbeing, your future. You'll join a flexible, supportive organisation offering:

• Competitive salary (including high-cost area supplement)
• Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme
• 24/7 independent counselling support
• Career-long learning and development opportunities
• Excellent transport connection
• Access to NHS and Blue Light discount schemes
• Free Pilates classes
• Full support and training to develop your skills
• And so much more! To see the full range of benefits we offer please view our Moorfields benefits leaflet.

Details

Salary: Band 8b – £72,921 to £83,362 a year per annum incl HCAS.

Contract: Permanent.

Working pattern: Full-time.

Location: Kemp House, 162 City Road, London, EC1V 2PD.

Reference number: 273-DC-7504928-A.

Qualifications Essential

• Degree plus master's level qualification or equivalent specialist experience.
• Evidence of continued professional development.

Experience Essential

• Experience designing and delivering a range of training to managers on people management issues.
• Excellent demonstrable knowledge of current employment legislation and best practice in managing ER policies, principles, and procedures.
• Significant demonstrable experience of advising a range of stakeholders on a broad range of employee relations issues, including balancing legal compliance with business needs.

Skills and Knowledge Essential

• Well-developed written and verbal communication skills to communicate effectively with staff at all levels, including senior managers and trade unions.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Kemp House, 162 City Road, London, EC1V 2PD

Website: https://www.moorfields.nhs.uk/work-for-us (Opens in a new tab)