HR ER Specialist

Adepto Technical Recruitment Ltd; Bradford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected HR recruitment agency in Bradford is seeking a Human Resources Employee Relations Specialist for an immediate contract role. The position involves managing employee relations matters, conducting investigations, and providing HR guidance. Ideal candidates will have strong experience in HR and knowledge of UK employment law. This role offers an opportunity to support a vital HR function within a respected global company.

Benefits

Collaborative working environment

Opportunity to contribute to impactful ER work

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Human Resources focused on Employee Relations.
• Solid understanding of UK employment law.
• Ability to manage complex ER cases effectively.

Responsibilities

• Manage employee relations matters including performance and grievance issues.
• Conduct impartial investigations ensuring compliance with policies.
• Provide guidance to managers on HR policies and practices.

Skills

Employee Relations

Communication

Stakeholder Management

Problem-Solving

Education

CIPD Level 5 (or equivalent)

Level 7 or relevant work experience

Job description

Job Title: Human Resources Employee Relations Specialist (Contract)
Location: Bradford
Contract Duration: Immediate start - End of March
Contract Type: Fixed-term / Contract

Role Overview

The Human Resources Employee Relations Specialist will support local HR operations with a strong focus on employee relations case management, investigations, policy compliance, and stakeholder guidance. The role is ideal for someone who can quickly integrate, operate independently, and provide expert ER support during a high-volume period.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and resolve a range of employee relations matters including performance, conduct, attendance, and grievance issues.
• Conduct thorough, impartial investigations, ensuring documentation is accurate, timely, and compliant with company policy and employment law.
• Provide coaching and guidance to managers on ER issues, HR policies, and best practices.
• Support the implementation and communication of HR policies, procedures, and process updates.
• Work closely with site leadership teams to ensure consistent application of HR practices.
• Advise on absence management, return-to-work processes, and reasonable adjustments.
• Partner with HR colleagues on employee engagement, culture initiatives, and workforce planning activities as needed.
• Maintain accurate HR records and contribute to reporting or analytics related to ER trends.
• Ensure confidentiality and sensitivity in all personnel matters.

Qualifications & Experience

• Proven experience in Human Resources with a strong focus on Employee Relations.
• Solid understanding of UK employment law and HR best practice.
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex ER cases end-to-end.
• Experience working within a manufacturing, chemical, or industrial environment is advantageous.
• Strong communication, influencing, and stakeholder-management skills.
• Ability to work independently, prioritise workload, and meet deadlines.
• CIPD Level 5 (or equivalent) preferred; Level 7 desirable or relevant work experience.

Key Competencies

• Professional judgment and discretion
• Proactive problem-solving
• Relationship building and coaching ability
• Strong organisational skills
• High attention to detail
• Resilience and adaptability

Why Join Solenis (Contract)

• Opportunity to support a vital HR function in a respected global company
• Collaborative and safety-focused working environment
• Chance to contribute to impactful ER work during a key operational period