Salary: £80,000–£100,000 per year
Car allowance: £6,000 per year
Location: Milton Keynes
Working arrangement: Hybrid – minimum 1 day per week in the office
About the opportunity
Via is partnering with a leading UK consumer brand looking for a Senior Employee Relations Manager to lead its Employee Relations (ER) and Industrial Relations (IR) strategy across the UK and Ireland.
You will manage complex employee relations matters, lead trade union relationships and develop policies that support managers across a fast-paced, multi-site business.
What you'll be doing
- Develop and lead the UK & Ireland ER and IR strategy
- Own trade union relationships, negotiations and collective bargaining
- Oversee complex ER cases, ACAS matters and employment tribunals
- Lead and develop the ER team, ensuring consistent advice and service delivery
- Develop HR policies, manager guidance and franchisee toolkits
- Support organisational change, employee consultation and business projects
- Monitor ER trends, risks and performance to inform business decisions
What we're looking for
- 5+ years' experience in Employee Relations or Industrial Relations
- Proven hands-on experience leading trade union negotiations and collective bargaining
- Strong knowledge of UK employment law, ACAS and employment tribunals
- Experience managing complex ER cases and organisational change
- Background in a fast-paced, multi-site business, ideally retail, hospitality, logistics or another consumer-facing sector
- Strong leadership, stakeholder management and communication skills
Direct ownership of Industrial Relations and trade union negotiations is essential. General ER experience or union engagement alone is not sufficient.
Why apply?
- £6,000 annual car allowance
- Discretionary annual bonus
- Free shares
- Health and dental benefits
- Opportunity to lead ER and IR strategy across a major UK business
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Senior Employee Relations Manager in Milton Keynes employer: Via
At Via, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that fosters a dynamic work culture focused on innovation and collaboration. Our Northern Europe Strategic Partnerships Lead will enjoy ample opportunities for professional growth while working in a vibrant environment that values strategic thinking and execution. With competitive benefits and the chance to make a meaningful impact in transforming transportation, Via is the ideal place for those looking to advance their careers in a forward-thinking company.
