At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide expert support on employee relations and coach managers in effective people management.
- Company: Join a caring housing association that values growth and development.
- Benefits: Enjoy 33 days leave, performance bonuses, gym access, and ongoing training.
- Other info: Flexible hybrid working available and opportunities for career progression.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by shaping effective people management across the organisation.
- Qualifications: Experience in HR advice with a focus on employee relations is essential.
The predicted salary is between 36090 - 36090 £ per year.
Please double check you have the right level of experience and qualifications by reading the full overview of this opportunity below.
Permanent (Hybrid Working Available) Hemel Hempstead £36,090 per annum
The Employee Relations Advisor role provides expert, proactive support to managers across the organisation on a wide range of employee relations matters. You will coach and guide managers to confidently handle people issues, ensure cases are managed consistently and fairly, and contribute to the development of HR policies and best-practice approaches. The role offers variety, flexibility, and the opportunity to play a key role in shaping how effective people management is delivered across Hightown. As our Employee Relations Advisor, you will play a key role in delivering a high-quality, customer-focused ER service across the organisation.
Responsibilities- Provide clear, practical advice to managers on a wide range of ER issues including sickness absence, performance, probation, flexible working, and casework.
- Build strong, trusted relationships with managers by coaching, guiding and developing their confidence in people management.
- Support the organisation through formal and informal ER processes, including drafting documentation, reviewing reports, and advising on best practice.
- Assist with policy development and updates, ensuring our HR documents remain legally compliant and aligned with best practice.
- Lead or support HR project workstreams and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Manage accurate case records and ER workflows in our HR system.
- Advise on OH referrals, reasonable adjustments and well-being support to ensure colleagues are appropriately supported at work.
- Experienced in providing HR advice, ideally with a focus on employee relations.
- Able to confidently coach and influence managers at all levels.
- Highly organised, with the ability to manage multiple cases and competing priorities.
- Strong collaboration skills - clear, compassionate and professional.
- Detail-focused, ensuring accurate documentation and high-quality work.
- Positive, proactive and solution-focused.
- Committed to Hightown’s Values.
- A driving licence is a bonus but not essential.
- 33 days annual leave, including bank holidays (rising with service).
- Annual performance-based bonus.
- Monthly attendance bonus.
- Regular salary and cost-of-living reviews.
- Life assurance (three times your annual salary).
- Blue Light Card – access to discounts from local and national retailers.
- Ongoing training and development opportunities to help you progress.
- On-site gym access.
If you are passionate about providing high-quality HR advice, building strong relationships and helping managers create great workplaces, we would love to hear from you. We will be shortlisting on an ongoing basis so may close the vacancy early.
Employee Relations Advisor employer: Hightown
Hightown is an exceptional employer that prioritises the well-being and development of its employees, offering a supportive work culture where your contributions truly matter. With a focus on employee relations, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while enjoying benefits such as generous annual leave, performance bonuses, and ongoing training to foster your professional growth. Located in Hemel Hempstead, the hybrid working model provides flexibility, allowing you to balance your personal and professional life effectively.
