Head of Employee Relations

Moorfields Eye Hospital, London; Greater London; On-site; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent healthcare institution in Greater London is seeking a Head of Employee Relations to lead a team focused on fostering a supportive workplace culture. This role involves guiding the team in handling employee issues, ensuring adherence to employment law, and developing managers for effective staff support. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in employee relations, be a trusted leader, and continuously seek improvement in people management practices. This position offers a competitive salary and various employee benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme

24/7 independent counselling support

Career-long learning opportunities

Excellent transport connections

NHS and Blue Light discount schemes

Free Pilates classes

Full support and training

Qualifications

• Experience in handling complex people issues.
• Ability to explain employment law clearly.
• Capability to lead a team with warmth and clarity.

Responsibilities

• Lead a dedicated team providing advice to staff and managers.
• Shape how employee issues are handled fairly and inclusively.
• Work with managers and unions to resolve problems early.
• Keep updated on employment law and best practices.
• Support and develop managers in dealing with people matters.
• Use data to improve workplace conditions.

Skills

Employee relations experience

Understanding of employment law

Trust building

Team leadership

Willingness to learn

Job description

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

We want someone who:

• 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

It isn’t just about policies and procedures — it’s about people. You’ll:

• Lead a small, dedicated team that provides advice and support to staff and managers.
• Help shape how we handle employee issues, ensuring 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 ensure 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 connections
• 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.

For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Emeka Ezechukwu
Job title: Associate Director of People
Email address: [e-mail]