[ref. c6705517] Senior Employee Relations Manager - Reading
What's involved with this role:
Role: Senior Employee Relations ManagerJob Ref: QAD 1939/1809
Pay Rate: Competitive Market Rate
Hours per week: 37 hours per week
Contract Length: Initially 12 months, possible extension when in post
Location: Reading, West Berkshire - hybrid
We are seeking an experienced HR leader to manage and develop a team of HR professionals, ensuring the delivery of high-quality HR and Employee Relations services that meet the evolving needs of the business. In this role, you will oversee a portfolio of HR projects and contribute to the strategic development and execution of our people plans, aligning HR initiatives with business objectives.
Key responsibilities include leading and coaching the HR team to provide timely, effective, and compliant HR/ER advice, managing a personal caseload of complex issues, and ensuring smooth delivery of company-wide HR services. You will also be responsible for overseeing data management, provider relations, and legal compliance, while supporting communication efforts across the organisation.
Key accountabilities:
Lead and manage a personal case load and/or projects, drawing on relevant expertise to resolve complex issues and manage business risk.Lead, coach and develop a diverse team to consistently provide high quality, timely and effective HR/ER advice and support in line with the company people plan.
Deliver a companywide HR service line including associated data management, provider management, legal compliance and delivery of supporting employee communications.
Set direction and develop a shared understanding of individuals’ roles in delivering the organisation’s vision and strategy.
Enable the performance and results of the team and ensure that team members have the capabilities to get the work done now and in the future.
Manage demand from business and identify resourcesProvide data, undertake expert analysis, research and make recommendations on HR solutions.
Facilitate the creation and management of reports to track our key measures of success.
Participate in and manage discussions and negotiations with the Trade Unions (TUs) as required, and build the necessary relationships with local TU representatives.
Key requirements:
Strong Employee Relations experience with a proven track record in a previous HR role, in particular experience of dealing with numerous and highly complex Employee Relations cases, Chartered member of the CIPD or a relevant degree/NVQ level 7 equivalent in Human Resource Management or similar
Experience of working within a Unionised environment.Demonstrate strong commercial approach and understanding of business needs.
Experience of development and delivery of manager up-skilling both individually and through workshops/formal development interventions.
Up to date Employment Law knowledge and practical application of legislation.
Please quote the Job Title & Vacancy Reference No. in your application, or we will be unable to match your CV to the role being applied for.
Security Clearance: SC highly desirable; candidates with active SC clearance will be fast-tracked.
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If you consider yourself to have a disability or if you are a veteran, and you meet the essential criteria for the role, you will be put forward for the ‘Guaranteed Interview’ scheme whereby you will have the opportunity to discuss this role and your suitability with a member of the Sourcing team.
As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we provide the best talent and encourage all applications regardless of background, in line with our commitment to diversity, equality and inclusion.
Please send your CV directly to centralgov@tclrec.com
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Job Ref: QAD 1939/1809
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