Global Employee Relations Specialist

Global Employee Relations Specialist

Full-Time 60000 - 80000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
McGregor Boyall

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Shape global Employee Relations strategy and lead complex workplace investigations.
  • Company: Join a forward-thinking organisation committed to diversity and inclusion.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible working options, and professional development opportunities.
  • Other info: Collaborative environment with opportunities for continuous improvement and career growth.
  • Why this job: Make a real impact on workplace culture and drive positive change globally.
  • Qualifications: Degree in HR or Employment Law with proven ER experience across multiple regions.

The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.

We're seeking an experienced

Employee Relations Specialist to step into a newly created global role and help shape the organisation's ER agenda.

Form is framework, strategy & approach to ER.

This is an exciting opportunity to influence strategy from the ground up while partnering with our CPO, HR, Legal, and senior leaders on complex and sensitive matters.

  • Lead and provide expert guidance on complex workplace investigations, including harassment, discrimination, and regulatory/GDPR-related issues.
  • Develop, refine, and standardise ER policies, processes, and tools aligned with global best practices.
  • Support a tiered ER service delivery model, acting as an escalation point for high‑risk cases.
  • Monitor ER trends, case data, and regional legislative changes to inform and improve global ER initiatives.
  • Design and deliver ER-related training for managers and employees across multiple countries.
  • Partner closely with the Global ER team to ensure alignment and drive continuous improvement across all regions.

Experience, Skills & Qualities

  • A degree in HR, Employment Law, or a related field.
  • Proven experience managing Employee Relations across multiple jurisdictions (EMEA, APAC, and Canada would be very helpful).
  • Strong knowledge of labour laws and best‑practice ER frameworks.
  • Outstanding judgement, risk awareness, and problem‑solving skills.
  • Experience using HRIS or ER case‑management tools (e. g., Workday Help).
  • Background working within a global, matrixed HR environment and HR Shared Services model.
  • Professional certifications such as CIPD, SHRM, or IHRP with an ER/investigations focus.

Mc Gregor Boyall is an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on any grounds.

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We think you need these skills to ace Global Employee Relations Specialist

Communication Skills
Problem-Solving Skills
Organizational Skills
Compassion
Flexibility
Teamwork
Adaptability