Overview
In this role you will lead employee relations for a large NHS trust, advising managers on complex ER cases and shaping action plans to support Just and Learning culture. You will work with internal and external stakeholders to resolve disciplinary, grievance, capability and attendance issues, and liaise with legal advisers on Employment Tribunal matters. You’ll also design and deliver in-house training for managers as part of strengthening people practices across the trust. This is a mission-driven opportunity to drive safer, high‑quality care through constructive resolution and learning.
Pay / Benefits
- funding for care certificates, degrees or leadership qualifications
- CPD opportunities and rotational placements
- flexible working schemes and family-friendly policies
- 27 days annual leave rising to 33 days
- occupational health services and counselling
- staff discounts and salary sacrifice options (nursery, car leases, tech/home purchases)
Responsibilities
- Manage a complex, sensitive caseload of disciplinary, grievance, capability and attendance issues
- Advise managers and link with legal advisers on Employment Tribunal cases
- Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to drive a Just and Learning culture
- Develop and implement in-house training sessions for managers on a range of ER subjects
- Support the Trust in delivering safe, high‑quality healthcare across multiple sites
Key requirements
- conflict resolution
- persuasion and negotiation
- mediation
- case management of ER issues
- training delivery and development
- legal liaison on ER matters
Employee Relations Manager in Exeter employer: National Health Service
Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and collaborative work environment for healthcare professionals in North Wales. With a commitment to employee development and a focus on compassionate care, staff have access to continuous professional development opportunities and the chance to make a meaningful impact in both acute and community paediatrics. The Health Board's integrated approach ensures that employees are part of a dynamic team dedicated to improving health outcomes for the local population.
