Industrial Relations Advisor

JR United Kingdom; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is looking for an Industrial Relations Advisor for a major onshore carbon capture project in North Wales. This pivotal role involves engaging with trade unions, developing industrial agreements, and ensuring compliance within project teams. The ideal candidate will have expertise in UK employment law and a track record in managing industrial relations within large-scale projects. A Bachelor's or Master's degree in a related field is required.

Benefits

Pioneering onshore carbon capture project

Long-term vision for decarbonisation

On-site presence required

Qualifications

• Proven track record in negotiating complex industrial agreements.
• Experience on large-scale infrastructure or energy projects.

Responsibilities

• Build relationships with trade unions and employers' organisations.
• Negotiate and apply industrial agreements across project teams.
• Manage the overall industrial relations framework for the project.
• Champion a respectful workplace culture.
• Support management during industrial disputes or M&As.
• Provide strategic direction on industrial relations matters.

Skills

Deep understanding of UK employment law

Ability to influence and negotiate

Strong interpersonal skills

Advisory skills

Organisational skills

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Industrial Relations

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04.08.2025

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18.09.2025

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Job Description:

Industrial Relations Advisor

Location: Point of Ayr, Talacre, North Wales
Contract Type: 2-Year PAYE Contract (Inside IR35)
Start Date: ASAP
Industry: Energy / Carbon Capture

Purpose of the Position

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Industrial Relations Advisor to join our Energy Carriers Division on a major onshore carbon capture project based in North Wales. You will play a key role in supporting the successful implementation of local industrial agreements with multiple trade unions and stakeholders. This is a pivotal opportunity to be at the forefront of one of the UK's flagship carbon reduction projects.

Key Responsibilities

As Industrial Relations Advisor, your core responsibilities will include:

• Trade Union Engagement:
  Build and maintain transparent, constructive, and compliant relationships with local, national, and international trade unions and employers' organisations.

• Agreement Development & Compliance:
  Contribute to the definition and negotiation of relevant Industrial Instruments (e.g., NAECI, Supplementary Project Agreements) and ensure their correct interpretation and application across all project teams.

• Project-Level Coordination:
  Manage and coordinate the overall industrial relations framework for the project, including subcontractor compliance, ensuring alignment with trade union deliverables and labour laws.

• Culture & Ethics:
  Champion a culture rooted in respect for human rights, workforce welfare, and positive employee relations. Assist Sustainability teams in collecting data for reporting and promoting workplace well-being.

• Crisis & Media Management:
  Support the business in the management of industrial activities during M&As or disputes, ensuring coordination with external communication teams when issues may become public.

• Cross-Functional Collaboration:
  Act as the central point of contact for HR, Line Management, and Sustainability teams, offering expert advice and strategic direction on all industrial relations matters.

Candidate Profile

Education:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Industrial Relations, Labour Law, Human Resources, or a related field.

Experience:

• Proven track record in negotiating and managing complex industrial agreements such as NAECI and Supplementary Project Agreements.

• Demonstrated success working on large-scale infrastructure, energy, or construction projects.

Skills & Knowledge:

• Deep understanding of UK employment law, industrial instruments, and trade union practices.

• Ability to influence and negotiate with key stakeholders.

• Strong interpersonal, advisory, and organisational skills.

Languages:

• Fluent in English (spoken and written).

What We Offer

• Contract: 2-year PAYE agency contract (Inside IR35)

• Location: Point of Ayr, Talacre, with on-site presence required

• Project: Pioneering onshore carbon capture infrastructure

• Impact: Be part of a high-profile, sustainability-focused project with a long-term vision for decarbonisation in the UK.

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