Senior Employee Relations Manager

Essential Employment; Kingston upon Thames; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading employment agency in the United Kingdom is seeking a dynamic Senior Employee Relations Manager to lead their ER team in Kingston. The role involves overseeing complex casework and providing expert advice on employment law while collaborating with stakeholders to drive engagement initiatives. Candidates should have proven employee relations experience and strong knowledge of HR practices. Competitive pay of £291 per day offered.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in employee relations and HR leadership.
• Strong knowledge of employment law and policy development.
• Excellent communication, coaching, and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the ER team, setting priorities and service standards.
• Oversee complex casework, including attendance, disputes, and mental health-related issues.
• Provide expert advice to managers and senior leaders on ER matters and employment law.

Skills

Employee relations experience

Knowledge of employment law

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Coaching skills

Job description

Senior Employee Relations Manager needed in Kingston Paying £291 per day ref 1543775

Full time hours on a temporary basis

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Senior Employee Relations Manager to lead our ER team and deliver a high-quality, customer-focused service. You will oversee complex casework, support policy implementation, and drive culture change across the organisation. Working closely with senior leaders and stakeholders, you will set service standards, manage risk, and ensure effective resolution of employee relations matters.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the ER team, setting priorities and service standards.
• Oversee complex casework, including attendance, disputes, and mental health-related issues.
• Provide expert advice to managers and senior leaders on ER matters and employment law.
• Monitor policy effectiveness and support informal resolution where appropriate.
• Represent the Council at Employment Tribunals and manage external legal support when needed.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to improve governance, data reporting, and service delivery.
• Drive engagement initiatives, leadership development, and workforce improvement projects.
• Maintain strong relationships with trade unions and ensure compliance with corporate values.

About You

• Proven experience in employee relations and HR leadership.
• Strong knowledge of employment law and policy development.
• Excellent communication, coaching, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to manage complex casework and lead organisational change.
• Experience working with trade unions and senior leadership teams.