Overview
To provide support to and take a leading role in complex and formal employee relations (ER) casework, providing expert advice and guidance to managers and stakeholders in-line with UK employment law and Dstl policies and procedures. The role ensures consistent, fair, and legally compliant handling of ER matters, holding managers to account for their responsibilities and working collaboratively with subject matter experts (SMEs) to shape and deliver in-line with organisational goals and Civil Service values.
Responsibilities
- Lead on the resolution of high-risk, sensitive, or complex ER cases including disciplinary, grievance, capability, and attendance matters. Ensure cases are managed in line with policy, employment law, and best practice.
- Formal Casework Oversight: Provide expert guidance and quality assurance on formal casework, ensuring consistency, fairness, and timely resolution. Support managers in preparing for hearings and appeals and represent HR in formal proceedings where required.
- Manager Accountability: Actively hold managers to account for their role in managing people effectively. Provide coaching and challenge where necessary to ensure ownership and compliance with ER processes.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Build strong relationships with relevant stakeholders including trade unions, legal advisors, and internal stakeholders to support effective resolution of ER issues and promote a positive employee relations climate.
Qualifications and Skills
- Desired Skill 1: HR|Employee Relations
- Are there any Health and Safety requirements or hazards associated to this role? No
- Is the role in or out of scope of IR35? In Scope
- Level of screening: SC (Security Clearance)
- If any professional qualifications are required for the role, please list certificates here: (No Value)
- Health and Safety considerations: (No Value)
- Geographical Region: (No Value)
