This role will suit an experienced ER specialist who enjoys working hands-on with complex and high-risk casework. While the position operates at a senior level, it is not a purely strategic HR Business Partner role; the emphasis is firmly on end-to-end employee relations, manager support, and ER capability building.
The successful candidate will:
Lead and manage complex employee relations casework, including investigations, disciplinaries, grievances, hearings, and appeals
Act as the senior escalation point for ER matters, providing expert, pragmatic advice to managers
Support and coach People Partners and Officers, strengthening ER capability across the team
Advise on organisational change, consultation, and workforce planning from an ER perspective
Analyse ER data and trends to inform improvements and reduce risk
Promote equality, diversity, inclusion, and safeguarding in all people practices
Our client is seeking:
CIPD Level 7 qualification or equivalent professional experience
Extensive experience in a hands-on Employee Relations role within a large or complex organisation
Strong expertise in managing high-volume and complex ER casework
In-depth knowledge of UK employment law
The ability to influence, challenge constructively, and provide clear, practical advice
A strong commitment to fairness, inclusion, and best practice
This is an excellent opportunity for an Employee Relations specialist looking to step into a senior role while remaining closely involved in ER delivery and people-focused problem solving.
Hours of work - Between 8.30 - 5 usually so 8.30-4.30 or 9-5 depending on preference and meetings
There will be travel to other sites in the Manchester area.
4 days in the office - more flexibility in the school holidays - 2 days in
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Salary description
£39000.00 - £43000.00 per year