HR Advice and Support Lead (Employee Relations)
Company:
As one of our team of
HR Advice and Support Leads
(employee relations)
in our HR Operations team, you will provide
professional advice, guidance
and
end to end case management support to managers on the application of
sickness
absence
and
employee relationspolicy and procedure.
We’re looking for someone who is an
excellent team playerwho is eager to learn, support others, share their knowledge and support the continuous development of the council’s
HR Advice & Support (employee relations) service.
What skills/experience will you need?
- A degree or equivalent in a
CIPD level 5or equivalent, supported by relevant HR experience.
- Advising and influencing on HR and employee relations matters in a customer focussed environment
- Being a local expert, able to prove your credibility, providing advice on employment legislation and associated policy and practice
- Excellent communications being able to influence at all levels as well as develop and maintain collaborative and inclusive working relationships with stakeholders and colleagues
- Being motivated and resilient, able to use your own initiative, presenting a ‘can do’ approach focussing on results and outputs
- Contributing to the review of employment policy as well as the development and delivery of employee relations policy coaching and training
You will play a key role in:
- Providing consistent
proactive HR advisory servicesto customers on
employment legislative practices and
employment relations policy and procedureworking in a matrix management structure and supporting collaborative working
result orientated and ‘
can do’approach, contributing to the
continuous improvement of the HRAdvice and Support (employee relations) service
- Working closely with the HR Business Partnernetwork, the Health Safety and Wellbeing team and Legal Services Divisionto ensure the progression of
employee relations and
sickness absencecases
- Contributing to the internal Appeals and Employment Tribunal processes in conjunction with Legal Services, providing
independent case management support as appropriate
These lists are not exhaustive, take a look at our comprehensive job profile on our Jobs Derbyshire website for more detail about this role.
And what’s in it for you
27 days of annual leave (with an additional 5 days with 5 years continuous service)
Guaranteed incremental annual pay increases
A range of Rewards through the "Our Derbyshire Rewards" package
- And much
more.
Our HR team is contractually based in Matlock, Derbyshire, but as part of our Ways of Working Policy we work on a hybrid basis. There'll be an opportunity to discuss working arrangements at interview.
To arrange an informal discussion about this role please contact Jayne Mason, HR Advice and Support Manager at
jayne.mason@derbyshire.gov.uk
Provisional Interview Date: Tuesday and Wednesday 10 and 11 November 2026
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HR Advice and Support Lead (Employee Relations) in Matlock employer: East Midlands Councils/East Midlands Jobs
Walton Holymoorside is an exceptional employer that values its educators and fosters a supportive work culture. With a focus on professional development, teachers are encouraged to grow their skills and advance their careers while enjoying a collaborative environment that prioritises student success. Located in a vibrant community, this role offers the chance to make a meaningful impact during term time, all while being part of a dedicated team committed to excellence in education.
Contact Details:
East Midlands Councils/East Midlands Jobs Recruitment Team