Head of Employee Relations

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Job summary

A leading global asset management firm in London is seeking a Head of Employee Relations EMEA to establish and lead their Employee Relations function. The role involves developing ER strategies, coaching senior leaders, and managing a team of specialists. Candidates should possess a strong background in employment law and experience in both lean HR environments and large organizations. Flexible working arrangements and excellent benefits are included.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Excellent benefits

Development opportunities

High-impact leadership role

Qualifications

• Proven track record of HR initiatives.
• Experience in lean HR teams or large-scale organizations.
• Understanding of EMEA employment law.

Responsibilities

• Develop ER strategy aligned with HR objectives.
• Provide coaching on ER matters.
• Lead and develop ER Specialists.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Leadership in ER

Coaching senior leaders

Employment law knowledge

Cultural building

Job description

Head of Employee Relations EMEA
Global Asset Management Firm
Permanent, London, 3 days a week in office hybrid working pattern
London City

Your New CompanyJoin one of the world's top-performing asset management firms, headquartered in the United States. This organisation is widely recognised for its pioneering approach and consistent global success. At its core, the firm is driven by its people and guided by the values of success, integrity, excellence, and respect.
Your New RoleThis is a unique opportunity to lead the Employee Relations (ER) function within a newly established Centre of Excellence for the EMEA region. As part of a collaborative and forward-thinking HR team, you will play a key role in shaping the ER strategy, culture, and capability from the ground up.Reporting directly to the Head of HR, you will work closely with senior HR leaders, including the Heads of Learning & Development and Reward. This role offers significant exposure to the Senior Leadership Team (SLT) and the opportunity to influence strategic decision-making across the business.
Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement the ER strategy aligned with the broader HR and business objectives across EMEA.
• Provide coaching and guidance to senior leaders on complex ER matters and risk mitigation.
• Lead and develop a team of two ER Specialists, supporting their growth and capability.
• Collaborate with other Centres of Excellence to support strategic HR initiatives and business transformation.

What You'll Need to SucceedYou are a strategic thinker with a proven track record of delivering impactful HR and ER initiatives. You thrive in inclusive environments and are confident, leading independently when required.
Preferred Experience:

• Background in employment law (either qualified or with experience in a legal practice).
• Passion for building culture through employee relations and policy development.
• Experience in a financially regulated environment, or within professional services or insurance.
• Proven ability to work in lean HR teams or within large-scale organisations (10,000+ global headcount).
• Experience managing and developing ER professionals.
• Strong understanding of EMEA employment law, particularly in Germany, Spain, and Italy.
• Demonstrated success in coaching and developing senior leadership teams.

What You'll Get in Return

• Flexible working arrangements
• Excellent benefits
• Development role with the ability to progress
• Opportunity to shape a newly formed function
• High-impact leadership role in a globally respected firm

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