HR Advisor (Employee Relations)

Oakleaf Partnership; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic HR consultancy is seeking an experienced ER Advisor to provide expert guidance and support throughout the employee lifecycle. This 6-month fixed-term contract offers a hybrid work model and covers various employee relations issues, from disciplinaries to organizational change. The successful candidate will coach managers, ensure legal compliance, and influence strategic decisions with insightful reporting.

Benefits

Flexible benefits package

Competitive salary

Qualifications

• Proven ER experience in large, complex organizations.
• Ability to manage multiple cases with empathy and professionalism.
• Skilled in mediation and conflict resolution.

Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse ER caseload independently.
• Coach and train managers to resolve ER issues effectively.
• Collaborate with stakeholders on ER and employment law advice.
• Maintain and update HR/ER policies for legal compliance.
• Design and deliver ER-related training sessions.

Skills

Employee relations experience

Conflict resolution

Communication skills

Coaching and training

Knowledge of UK employment legislation

Job description

ER Advisor

6-month FTC

Based in Central London – Hybrid working

Paying c.£45,000 + benefits

Start ASAP!

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Employee Relations professional to join a dynamic HR team, providing expert guidance and support across the full employee lifecycle. This role offers the chance to make a real impact, working closely with managers and employees to foster positive workplace relationships and ensure a high-quality service.

The Role
The Employee Relations Specialist will take ownership of a varied caseload, covering matters such as disciplinaries, capability issues, grievances, sickness absence, flexible working requests, and investigations. They will also contribute to organisational change projects, including mergers and acquisitions.

A key part of the role will involve coaching and developing managers to confidently manage ER matters, helping to build a culture of fairness, transparency, and collaboration.

The successful candidate will work closely with HR Business Partners, Centres of Excellence, and legal teams to ensure compliance with UK employment law and ACAS guidelines, while influencing strategic decisions through insightful reporting and analysis.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse ER caseload independently, ensuring cases are handled promptly and professionally.
• Coach and train managers to resolve employee relations issues effectively and in line with best practice.
• Collaborate with key stakeholders to provide expert advice on ER and employment law.
• Maintain and update HR/ER policies to ensure legal compliance.
• Design and deliver ER-related training sessions.
• Produce case tracking and reporting to inform strategic decision-making.

About You

• Proven ER experience in large, complex, matrix organisations.
• Strong ability to manage multiple complex cases with empathy and professionalism.
• Skilled in mediation and conflict resolution.
• In-depth knowledge of UK employment legislation and ACAS guidelines.
• Confident communicator, capable of influencing at all levels, including executives.

The Offer
This is a 6-month fixed term contract offering hybrid working, with the requirement to be within a commutable distance of London. Alongside a competitive salary, there is a flexible benefits package to suit individual needs.

If you are an Employee Relations expert who thrives in a collaborative environment and enjoys building strong relationships, this role offers the opportunity to make a real difference.

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