At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead employee relations, manage cases, and ensure compliance with policies and laws.
- Company: Join a global creative agency driving change for top brands like McDonald's and Starbucks.
- Benefits: Part-time role with flexible hours, professional development, and a supportive culture.
- Other info: Dynamic environment with opportunities for growth and collaboration.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by fostering inclusion and supporting employees in their workplace journey.
- Qualifications: Experience in employee relations, strong communication skills, and knowledge of UK employment laws.
The predicted salary is between 40500 - 49500 £ per year.
ABOUT US tms unites technology, marketing, and sourcing to drive transformational change for the world’s leading brands.
With 1,200+ employees across 26 countries, we offer an impressive range of solutions – from inspiration and innovation to category management and delivery.
Operating as a creative agency, a strategic consultancy, a sourcing business, and a technology provider, we engage with over 110 million customers every single day for our clients, including Mc Donald’s, T-Mobile, O2, Starbucks, and adidas.
Most importantly, we're a place where you can achieve great things, and be recognized as the best.
WHAT MATTERS THE MOST
Breakthrough, business-driving ideas come from extraordinary people with the freedom to be their most authentic selves at work.
Authenticity and diversity are critical elements of our business.
They can only be realized when we create access and equity for all.
We foster a culture of inclusion and belonging and aspire to be ever-evolving.
tms is a place where brilliant people are better together.
If you want your ideas to be heard and to contribute to a culture of inclusion and authenticity, bring us your voice!
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At tms we believe that from day one our job is to prepare you, develop you, train you and invest in you so that while with us you will become ready to take on the next challenge better prepared than you thought possible.
So whether you’re here for a meeting, a project, or a career – be prepared to Leave Changed.
ABOUT THE ROLE
As an Employee Relations Manager, you will be responsible for providing specialist Employee Relations expertise as well as leading case management of disciplinary, grievance, performance management, and absence management processes.
Your role will involve working in partnership with HR colleagues to review employment contracts, policies, and associated processes, making recommendations.
- KEY RESPONSIBILITES
- Deliver consistent and professional services in areas such as disciplinary, grievance, performance management, sickness absence, TUPE transfers, ensuring compliance with policies and legislative requirements
- Manage a complex case load from initiation to resolution
- Conduct thorough and confidential investigations of HR concerns and provide sound conclusions and recommendations
- Provide expert advice to managers on disciplinary actions, policy interpretation, and employment practices
- Oversee consultations and negotiations, ensuring compliance with legal requirements
- Facilitate conflict resolution / mediation
- Support colleagues and line managers through family-friendly policies such as maternity leave, shared parental leave, and flexible working requests
- Collaborate with People Partners to develop plans and agree on reasonable adjustments to support the individual needs of employees
- In partnership with HR colleagues, review, develop and implement people policies that align with the company's values, promote a positive working culture, and are compliant with local laws and regulations
- Build partnerships with business leaders, People Partners and tms Compliance team to develop and sustain positive employee relations practices
- Deliver training (e. g. policy application, employment practices, new regulations) to improve People Partners’ and leader’s effectiveness
- Deliver ER data insights and trends
- Assess and analyse people practices to ensure compliance with employment laws and regulations
SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE WE WOULD LIKE YOU TO HAVE
- And we’d love you to…
- Demonstrable experience in managing complex and sensitive employee relations cases
- In-depth knowledge of employment laws and regulation in the UK
- Experience in conflict resolution / mediation
- Strong investigative skills
- Strong risk assessment and management skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities
- Solid attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate and confidential records
- Excellent stakeholder management
- Ability to analyse data, identify trends and provide data insights
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with tact and discretion
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and HR software
- Any of the following would be a plus
- Qualifications in HR, Employment Law, or related field
- Working knowledge of employment laws and regulations in Germany and France
- Coaching and training skills
- Experience in policy development
If you have any questions about the job, we are open to discussing this role further, so please feel free to get in touch.
ER (Employee Relations) Manager - Part Time 4 Days P/W in London employer: tms
At tms, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that champions authenticity and diversity within a vibrant work culture. As an Employee Relations Manager, you will not only have the opportunity to influence positive employee relations practices but also benefit from our commitment to your professional growth through tailored training and development. Located in a dynamic environment, we foster collaboration and innovation, ensuring that every voice is heard and valued, making it a truly rewarding place to advance your career.
