Representation and Casework Officers

British Medical Association; United States; Hybrid; USD 47,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

30 days holiday

Pension contributions up to 12%

Volunteer leave

Enhanced parental leave

Life assurance

Employee discounts

Learning & development access

Season ticket loan

Job summary

The British Medical Association (BMA) is seeking Representation and Casework Officers to support its members across England. The role is home-based with travel within the region, reporting to a Senior Regional Officer, and requires proximity to the designated region or relocation at personal expense.

You will provide expert advice on employment law, prepare cases, maintain records, and collaborate with employers and unions while mentoring local representatives and contributing to regional

Qualifications

• Deep knowledge of employment law and industrial relations.
• Ability to advise on contracts and HR policies.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert advice on employment law, contracts and workplace issues.
• Manage allocated casework and represent members at meetings and hearings.
• Maintain accurate case records and prepare documentation for referrals.
• Build relationships with employers, medical schools and other unions.
• Support and mentor workplace representatives and local committees.
• Contribute to regional plans, campaigns and identify emerging issues.
• Apply up-to-date employment legislation knowledge to NHS doctors’ terms and conditions.

Skills

Employment law

Industrial relations

HR policies

Negotiation

Advising members

Communication

Job description

We are looking for Representation and Casework Officers to join the BMA's Organising and Representation directorate to provide support to our members across England. Working as part of a regional team and reporting to a Senior Regional Officer, you'll provide advice and support to members on employment law, industrial relations, contracts and workplace issues. You'll manage allocated casework and represent individuals and groups of members at workplace meetings, hearings and appeals. Representation and Casework Officers are home-based with some travel across their designated region in England to attend meetings at hospitals, trusts and other locations. Therefore, it is a requirement for successful applicants to be based in or near the region (within 90 minutes) or willing to relocate (at their own expense).

• Provide expert advice to members and representatives on employment, contracts, training and local and national agreements.
• Prepare and present cases on behalf of members to employers and appeal panels.
• Maintain accurate, comprehensive case records and preparing documentation for discussion with the Senior Regional Officer before potential legal referral.
• Build effective working relationships with employers, medical schools, other trade unions and colleagues across the BMA.
• Support and mentor workplace representatives, assisting with training and providing support to local committees as required.
• Contribute to regional plans and campaigns, identifying emerging collective issues and helping engage affected members.
• up-to-date, in-depth knowledge of employment legislation, industrial relations, HR policies, procedures and good practice.
• Ability to apply this knowledge to varied casework and quickly develop your understanding of NHS doctors' terms and conditions and the BMA's policies and practices.
• The ability to analyse employment and contractual issues, assess options and provide clear, practical advice.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to explain complex matters, influence and negotiate effectively.
• A flexible and organised approach to managing competing demands and taking day-to-day responsibility for allocated casework.
• Sound judgement, including recognising when to seek specialist advice or elevate a case.
• A collaborative approach to sharing knowledge, supporting colleagues and improving ways of working.

The role profile outlines the current key responsibilities and expectations for the position. However, the British Medical Association (BMA) is presently engaged in an organisation design process, which aims to ensure that our structure, roles, and ways of working best support our strategic objectives and the needs of our members. As a result, the responsibilities and scope of this role may be subject to change as the association evolves. The BMA is committed to communicating any such changes transparently and supporting colleagues through any transitions that arise as part of this process.

Diversity & Inclusion Monitoring: Our ambition is to work together to promote a more inclusive environment, which attracts everybody with the right skills and experience and signals our commitment to celebrate and promote diversity. BMA is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership. We want people to bring their unique blend of experiences, backgrounds, perspectives and knowledge as we recognise that diversity makes us stronger.

• 30 days holiday entitlement plus bank holidays and a BMA company day
• Double matching pension contributions up to 12% of salary
• Additional leave entitlement for volunteering, moving house or wedding leave (after completion of probationary period)
• Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
• Group Income protection & life assurance that is seven times your annual salary
• Annual salary reviews & incremental salary increases from year one to year three
• Onsite gym and subsidised café (at BMA House in London)
• Electric Vehicle and Cycle to work salary sacrifice scheme's (available after completion of probationary period)
• Access to a 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) with free confidential counselling, a helpline and specialist support available
• Long service recognition every 5 years
• Professional subscription cover where membership of a professional institution is required for your role
• BMA Law - discounted rates for employees requiring legal services such as will writing/conveyancing
• Multiple flexible benefits and discounts through our employee benefits platform
• Lots of Learning and Development/training opportunities via our internal learning hub
• Season ticket loan (up to £10,000) (after completion of probationary period)
• Additional annual leave- buy up to 5 additional holiday days per year