Head of Employee Relations

Our dynamic public sector client is seeking a permanent Head of Employee Relations to lead its ER team from their Croydon head office. This is a hybrid role that will require 3 days at head office a week. This critical role requires a motivated professional with a proven track record in employee relations leadership in a unionised setting. The ideal candidate will bring at least 8+ years expertise in managing complex union interactions, resolving employee disputes, and overseeing ER strategy during times of organisational change and expansion; whilst keeping a focus on management of a newly formed team of highly skilled HRBP\’s. As a trusted advisor you will manage a newly formed team of HRBPs focused on a large volume of complex unionised ER cases. Leading and developing the newly formed ER team reporting into the Director of People and CEO. Overseeing complex employee relations cases, including unionised grievances and disciplinaries. Ensuring legal and policy compliance across all employee relations activity Overseeing, managing and advising on investigations, performance management, and tribunal cases. Managing organisational change processes such as redundancies and TUPE transfers Overseeing and acting as a key liaison with unions and attending JCC meetings Providing expert consultation to directors and senior leadership on ER strategy Designing and delivering training for HR teams, line managers, and leaders across the group. This position offers a competitive salary of up to £80,000 and other benefits based on experience. This is an excellent opportunity for a results-driven ER manager and specialist to make an immediate impact.