Temporary Employee Relations Advisor

SBFM; West Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days annual leave (Pro-rata)

Free onsite parking

Healthcare & Bravo Benefits discounts

SBFM Learn Platform training

Employee Assistance Scheme

Pension Scheme

Mentoring Scheme

Regular company social events

Job summary

SBFM is seeking an experienced Employee Relations Advisor to join our Leeds-based team on a temporary basis for 3–6 months. The role supports the wider business with expert ER guidance, casework, and process improvements.

You will handle HR queries, coach managers, support TUPE, manage disciplinaries, absence, grievances, and maintain HRIS while upholding our values and confidentiality in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a similar employee relations role.
• Strong knowledge of employment law, HR policies, and procedures.
• Experience advising managers and stakeholders on people management.

Responsibilities

• First port of call for HR queries across the business.
• Advise and coach managers on all aspects of people management.
• Support TUPE processes, in liaison with HRBPs, Recruitment and operational management.
• Support managers and HRBPs with employee relation casework, including disputes, disciplinary, absence management, capability, grievance and redundancy.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of HR systems and practices.
• Monitor, review and update HR policies and procedures, in liaison with the wider team.
• Drive business performance in line with the organisation strategy.
• Update and maintain HRIS.
• Champion and embed organisation culture.
• Any other duties as reasonably directed by management.

Skills

Employee relations experience

Employment law knowledge

Excellent communication

Analytical thinking

Confidentiality

Negotiation skills

Adaptability

Team player

Education

Degree in HR management or related field

CIPD qualification (advantageous)

Tools

HRIS

HR policies & procedures

Job description

About The Role

Join One of the UK's Fastest Growing Facilities Management Companies

SBFM is one of the UK's leading soft facilities management providers, delivering professional cleaning services to businesses nationwide.

We're transforming the cleaning industry by combining innovative technology with a people-first approach. We invest in our colleagues through industry-leading training, career development opportunities and access to learning, helping people build rewarding, long-term careers.

We are looking for an experienced Employee Relations Advisor to join our team based in Leeds on temporary basis, for the duration of approximately 3 - 6 months. Due to the nature of support required, this role is advertised with an immediate start.

As ER Advisor you will be responsible for providing advice and guidance to the wider business on all ER related activity. Driving process improvement and embedding best practice approaches to people management.

This role is office based within our office in Colton, Leeds, LS15 and working hours will be Monday to Friday 9am - 5pm.

Duties And Responsibilities

• First port of call for HR queries across the business.
• Advise and coach managers on all aspects of people management.
• Support TUPE processes, in liaison with the HRBP’s, Recruitment and operational management.
• Support managers and HRBP’s with employee relation casework, including disputes, disciplinary, absence management, capability, grievance and redundancy.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of HR systems and practices.
• Monitor, review and update HR policies and procedures, in liaison with the wider team.
• Drive business performance in line with the organisation strategy.
• Update and maintain HRIS.
• Champion and embed organisation culture.
• Any other duties as reasonably directed by management.

Additional Requirements

• Experience: Proven experience in a similar employee relations role, handling a substantial caseload and providing expert advice in a fast-paced environment is preferred.
• Knowledge: Sound knowledge of employment law, HR policies, and procedures, with the ability to interpret and apply them effectively.
• Communication Skills: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to interact confidently and effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
• Analytical Thinking: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to assess complex situations and provide pragmatic solutions.
• Confidentiality: Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and maintain confidentiality at all times.
• Negotiation Skills: Proficiency in negotiation techniques to resolve conflicts and reach mutually beneficial agreements.
• Adaptability: Ability to thrive in a dynamic, rapidly changing environment and adapt to new situations effectively.
• Team Player: Collaborative mindset with a demonstrated ability to work effectively within a team environment.
• Education: A degree in HR management or a related field is preferred. CIPD qualification or equivalent is advantageous.

In Return You Will Receive

• 28 days annual leave (Pro-rata)
• Modern Office Environment with free onsite parking
• Access to Healthcare, Leisure and Retail discounts with Bravo Benefits
• Access to training and development through SBFM Learn Platform
• Employee Assistance Scheme
• Pension Scheme
• Access to Mentoring Scheme to support training and development
• Regular Company social events
• Commitment to SBFM Values

Each value summarises our shared commitment to excellence, integrity, collaboration and innovation. They’re a key part of our commitment to pushing boundaries and fostering a work environment where every person feels empowered. As we continue to grow, they’ll act as the guide to help shape our future

Values

• Be a good person
• Play as a team
• Think differently
• Make an Impact

Our company recognises and values the enriching benefits equality, diversity and inclusion bring to our community. We celebrate diversity and actively encourage applicants from minority ethnic groups, LGBTQ+, disabled and neuro-diverse groups to apply for our vacancies. Our aim is to nurture happy teams who learn from and inspire each other and we believe diversity is key to achieving this goal.

About You

About Us

Our Company is one of the UK’s leading and fastest growing soft FM service providers, offering the full range of professional cleaning services nationwide.

We are transforming the commercial cleaning space, combining pioneering future-fit technology and innovation with an ambition to ensure that every colleague has progression opportunities through dynamic training, development, and access to education.