At a Glance
- Tasks: Support managers and employees with people management issues and ensure fair handling of employee relations.
- Company: Capel Manor College, London's leading environmental college dedicated to green initiatives.
- Benefits: Generous annual leave, pension scheme, retail discounts, and online GP access.
- Other info: Join a diverse and inclusive workforce committed to continuous improvement and safeguarding student welfare.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on workplace culture and support the next generation in environmental careers.
- Qualifications: Experienced HR professional with strong employee relations knowledge and excellent communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
The Employee Relations (ER) Advisor plays a key role in supporting managers and employees across a wide range of people management matters, ensuring that employee relations issues are handled fairly, consistently and in line with College policies and employment legislation.
The role involves providing expert advice on attendance, performance, disciplinary, grievance, capability and probation matters, overseeing investigations, hearings and appeals, and ensuring that all casework is accurately documented and managed to a high standard.
The postholder will also analyse workforce data to identify trends, deliver training and coaching to managers, contribute to the development of HR policies and procedures, and support wider HR projects and activities that enhance the employee experience and organisational performance.
The successful candidate will be an experienced HR professional with strong employee relations knowledge, excellent communication skills and the ability to build effective working relationships at all levels. They will be confident in advising and coaching managers through complex and sensitive situations, using a practical and solution-focused approach. Highly organised and analytical, they will be able to manage competing priorities, interpret workforce data to inform decision-making, and maintain strict confidentiality.
With a commitment to continuous improvement, they will play an important role in strengthening management capability, promoting positive workplace culture and supporting the College's strategic people objectives.
At Capel Manor College, we are dedicated to creating and promoting an equal, diverse, and inclusive workforce that empowers all employees to reach their full potential. We strive for a truly representative workforce and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Additionally, we are firmly committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of our students. We expect all staff members to share and uphold this commitment.
Please note that the College does not have a sponsorship licence. We are therefore unable to consider applicants who do not have the right to work in the UK. We reserve the right to close a position once sufficient suitable applications have been received to form a short list. Early application is therefore encouraged.
Employee Relations Advisor in London employer: CAPEL MANOR COLLEGE
Capel Manor College is an exceptional employer that prioritises the well-being and development of its staff, offering generous annual leave, a defined pension scheme, and access to various discounts. With a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion, the College fosters a supportive work culture where employees can thrive and contribute to meaningful projects that impact London's green agenda. As part of a dedicated team, the Employee Relations Advisor will have ample opportunities for professional growth while playing a vital role in enhancing the employee experience and organisational performance.
