At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide expert HR guidance and support on employee relations matters.
- Company: Established International College in the heart of London.
- Benefits: 28 days holiday, health screening, hybrid work, and a discount scheme.
- Other info: Join a diverse team with a commitment to inclusivity and career growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on employee engagement and organisational change.
- Qualifications: Experience in HR or Employee Relations, with strong knowledge of employment law.
The predicted salary is between 50000 - 50000 £ per year.
A highly established International College based in the City of London is looking to recruit an Employee Relations Specialist on a 6-month contract to join their busy HR Team. You will provide HR guidance and partner with managers across the organisation to deliver effective people solutions, ensure legal compliance, and support organisational change. You will play a vital role in driving best practice across employee relations, policy development, performance management and employee engagement.
Duties include:
- Provide expert advice and support to managers on complex employee relations matters, including absence, performance, conduct, capability, redundancy, and grievance.
- Maintain a detailed understanding of employment law, evolving case law, and people management best practice.
- Develop, enhance, and maintain HR policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with all legal and internal Safeguarding requirements.
- Create and deliver essential HR process training, webinars, and written guidance to managers.
- Drive the timely completion of key performance and development processes, offering guidance and feedback to managers on quality.
- Support business-wide employee engagement activities and initiatives, including the annual Employee Engagement Survey.
- Actively contribute ideas and suggestions to aid the ongoing development and continuous improvement of the HR function.
- Support managers on the planning, communication, and execution of organisational redesigns and change management programs to minimise disruption and maximise employee adoption.
Key skills and experience required:
- Experienced Senior HR / ER Advisor/ Employment Relations Specialist who has worked in a large-sized company, 10,000 + staff.
- Significant experience of providing HR support on complex casework is essential.
- Experienced in Education; however, open to other industries.
- Sound judgement underpinned by detailed knowledge and practical experience of employment law and best practice is essential.
- Extensive Employer Relations experience, dealing with all levels of cases independently.
- Very detail-oriented, able to demonstrate step by step from end-to-end employee relations case.
Benefits:
- 28 days holidays + BH pro rata
- Discount Scheme - Retailers
- Employee Assistance program
- Health Screening
- Pension 4% employer / 4% employee
- Cycle to work scheme
- Hybrid 2 days in the office, 3 days working from home.
PLEASE NOTE: We can only consider applications from candidates who have the right to work in the UK.
Employee Relations Specialist employer: Huntress
Huntress is an excellent employer that values its employees by offering flexible working options and a competitive salary, making it an ideal place for HR professionals to thrive. With a strong focus on employee relations and compliance, the company fosters a supportive work culture that encourages professional growth and development. Located in Witham, employees benefit from free on-site parking and a collaborative environment that prioritises meaningful contributions to the organisation.
