At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage complex employee relations cases and provide expert HR advice.
- Company: Join Eurobase International, a leading software provider in the financial sector.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, hybrid working, and a supportive team environment.
- Other info: Opportunity to work on high-risk cases and develop your professional skills.
- Why this job: Make an immediate impact while gaining valuable experience in employee relations.
- Qualifications: Experience in HR or Employee Relations and strong knowledge of UK employment law.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Eurobase International is a leading software and service provider for the global financial sector, specialising in (re)insurance and banking. Founded in 1988, we deliver innovative solutions covering underwriting, claims, treasury management, and regulatory compliance. We are headquartered in Chelmsford, Essex, and operate internationally.
We are looking for an experienced Employee Relations Advisor to join our HR team on a 6-month fixed-term contract to support a high volume of ER casework, with a particular focus on our Insurance division.
This is a hands-on, operational ER role where you will manage a varied caseload of complex and high-risk employee relations matters from start to finish. You will be the trusted advisor to managers across the business, providing pragmatic, legally compliant advice and coaching.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage a high-volume caseload including disciplinary, grievance, capability, conduct, absence management, long-term sickness, and performance improvement plans (PIPs).
- Lead workplace investigations, prepare investigation reports, and attend formal hearings (disciplinary, grievance, appeals) to provide professional HR advice and ensure procedural compliance.
- Coach, challenge, and influence managers to build their confidence and capability in handling people issues effectively.
- Provide expert advice on UK employment legislation and ACAS Codes of Practice.
- Identify and proactively manage employee relations risks, escalating high-risk cases appropriately.
- Support restructures, redundancies, TUPE transfers, and consultation exercises where required.
What We're Looking For
Essential Experience & Skills:
- Proven experience in an Employee Relations, HR Advisor, or similar specialist HR role.
- Strong knowledge of UK employment law and ACAS Codes of Practice.
- Experience managing complex ER cases from inception to conclusion, including investigations and formal hearings.
- Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills.
- CIPD Level 5 qualification (or equivalent experience).
Nice to Have:
- Experience in Insurance or Financial Services.
- Experience supporting TUPE, restructures, and redundancy consultations.
Details:
- Contract - 6-Month Fixed Term Contract
- Salary - £40,000 (pro-rata)
- Location - Chelmsford/London office – Hybrid (exact split TBC)
- Start Date - ASAP
Why Join Eurobase?
- Step into a role where you'll make a tangible difference, supporting our Insurance business through a period of high demand.
- Gain exposure to challenging, high-risk ER matters.
- Work within a collaborative HR team in a professional yet friendly environment.
- Benefit from hybrid working at our Chelmsford HQ.
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