27th August, 2026
Interim Employee Relations Advisor/ HR Advisor
6 month FTC
Immediately Available
Location is Egham Surrey (Hybrid- 2-3 days/ week on site)
Our client is seeking an Employee Relations Caseworker to join their HR team on a six-month fixed-term contract, paying up to £45,000. Based in Egham, Surrey, this role will operate on a hybrid basis with two to three days per week onsite. This is an immediate requirement and therefore we are looking for candidates that are either immediately available or on a one week notice period.
Reporting to the Deputy HR Director, you will handle informal employee relations casework, including disciplinaries, grievances, sickness absence, shared parental leave queries, flexible working requests, and mental health guidance. This is an ideal opportunity for someone with public sector HR Advisor or HRBP Expertise. You will have a wealth of Employee Relations experience, and will have worked in an unionised environment.
- Manage informal employee relations cases independently, from initial assessment through to manager advice and investigation support
- £45,000 for a six-month fixed-term contract, based in Egham with hybrid flexibility
Preferred Requirements
- Proven experience in employee relations casework, with a track record of handling sensitive matters confidently
- Strong background working in a unionised environment, ideally within the public sector
- Solid grounding in HR advisory and HR Business Partner principles
- Ability to work autonomously, picking up cases and providing clear guidance to managers without extensive supervision
- Genuine interest in identifying and driving HR system improvements
Preferred Qualifications
- CIPD Level 5 or equivalent professional HR qualification
- Demonstrable experience in public sector HR or a heavily unionised organisation
- Familiarity with employment law, particularly around flexible working, parental leave, and mental health support in the workplace
To apply, please visit https://adr.to/qfd24ai
Interim Employee Relations Advisor (6 month FTC) in Surrey employer: Unite Talent
As a leading educational institution, we pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative and inclusive work culture that empowers our employees to thrive. With a strong focus on professional development, we offer numerous growth opportunities and support for continuous learning, making this an ideal environment for those looking to make a meaningful impact in the HR field. Located in a vibrant academic community, our university provides a unique chance to engage with diverse talent while contributing to strategic initiatives that shape the future of education.
