Senior ER Consultant – 12-month FTC

Up to £80,000 basic salary plus car allowance & benefits

Hybrid/Flexible working available

Ideal locations: Central England/North West

Are you an immediately available Employee Relations professional who thrives on navigating complex employee issues in a fast-paced, non-unionised environment? We're looking for a proactive ER Consultant to join our clients’ dynamic People team, bringing your expertise in case management and a passion for supporting organisational change.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage complex ER cases across a range of issues including disciplinary, grievance, performance, capability, absence, and investigations.
• Act as a trusted advisor to managers and senior leaders, providing clear, pragmatic advice on ER best practices, employment law, and risk mitigation.
• Monitor and track ER case trends, identifying patterns, root causes, and opportunities to improve policy, process, or culture.
• Support and coach line managers to build confidence in handling people issues effectively and in line with company values.
• Work collaboratively with HR Business Partners and other stakeholders to support organisational development initiatives, including restructures, culture change programmes, and leadership development.
• Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of ER policies, toolkits, and frameworks to drive consistency and fairness in approach.
• Provide insights and reports to senior leadership to inform decision-making and workforce strategy.

What We’re Looking For:

• Proven experience in an ER-focused role, with a strong track record of managing complex and high-risk cases independently.
• Experience working in a multi-site environment.
• Solid understanding of UK employment law and its practical application.
• Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills, with the ability to challenge constructively.
• Comfortable working in a fast-moving, change-oriented setting with a high degree of autonomy.
• Experience in or exposure to OD or change management projects is highly desirable.
• CIPD qualification (or equivalent experience) preferred.

What We Offer:

• A values-driven organisation where people matter.
• Flexible working arrangements and a supportive team culture.
• Opportunities to contribute to high-impact change programmes and OD work.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.

Ready to make an impact?
If you’re passionate about helping organisations manage their people fairly and effectively, while supporting wider cultural and strategic goals, we’d love to hear from you.

To apply, please send your CV with current remuneration details quoting reference 25/PM to Natalie Mortimer. Natalie can be contacted on 07891 685693. Astrum HR Search & Selection Ltd, 4 Rugby Lane, Stretton on Dunsmore, Rugby, CV23 9JH