Employee Relations Advisor

About Our Client

A growing service business with over 9000 employees, based in the Leeds area.

Job Description

The Employee Relations Advisor will be responsible for:

• Ensure HR matters are handled promptly, fairly, and consistently in line with legal and company requirements.
• Act as facilitator with managers with Employee Relations Cases e.g. grievance, disciplinary, absence and capability investigations and hearings.
• Develop the recording and reporting of casework that is robust and links to the HR System.
• Reduce the risk of Employment Tribunals.
• Set the direction, establish performance measures and monitor the quality of service from our indemnity insurers.
• Coach and mentor managers to develop their capabilities and skills around people management.
• Act as lead on TUPE, consultations and Employment Tribunals.
• Provide HR guidance, support and expertise to managers and employees in line with policy, practice and legislation.

The Successful Applicant

The ideal Employee Relations Advisor will be/have:

• Proven experience of providing a range of specialist ER support including performance management and case management.
• Strong experience in leading TUPE, consultations, ACAS claims, Employment Tribunals, dealing with Trade Unions.
• Up to date knowledge of employment legislation, HR policies and procedures.
• Proven experience of developing and streamlining processes & identifying areas for process improvement.
• CIPD qualification or working towards.
• Immediately available to start a new role, or on short notice.

• Hourly rate equivalent of £35-45k
• Immediate start
• Site based in Leeds area with parking
• Potential for permanent role for the right person