At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage employee relations issues and coach managers on best practices.
- Company: Dynamic organisation in Ashford, Kent with a focus on employee engagement.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, potential for contract extension, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: 4 days on-site with excellent career growth potential.
- Why this job: Shape employee relations strategies and make a real impact in the workplace.
- Qualifications: CIPD Level 5 and strong experience with trade unions required.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
We're recruiting on behalf of an organisation in Ashford, Kent for an experienced Employee Relations specialist to join on an initial 6-month contract, with a strong likelihood of extension. This role sits at the sharp end of ER — you'll be the go-to for case management, union relationships, and manager coaching across the business, with real scope to shape how ER is handled.
What you'll be doing:
- Owning a caseload of ER issues — disciplinaries, grievances, absence management — from first contact through to resolution
- Acting as the primary point of contact for trade union representatives, maintaining constructive working relationships
- Coaching and upskilling managers on employment law and ER best practice
- Designing and delivering ER training across the business
- Supporting HR policy development and implementation
- Partnering with senior stakeholders on people solutions tied to business goals
What you'll bring:
- CIPD Level 5 (essential)
- Solid ER-focused HR generalist background
- Direct, hands-on experience working with trade unions — this is essential, not preferred
- Strong employment law knowledge
- Confidence operating and influencing at senior level
- Able to commit to 4 days/week on-site in Ashford, Kent for the contract duration
Start date: ASAP
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