Henlee Resourcing is working in partnership with this niche Business with its HQ in central Swindon (near the train / bus stations or parking), to recruit an experienced Employee Relations Specialist on an initial 6 month FTC. The role can be full time (35 hours) or a min 28 hours be that over 4 or 5 days – also the possibility of a 9 day fortnight. We are looking for you to be working in the office for 3 days per week in central Swindon.
Reporting to and supporting a superb HR Manager, you will partner with managers across the business on the whole array of employee relations case work as well as consultations as a result of restructuring and potential redundancies, ensuring issues are resolved fairly, consistently and in line with employment law and company policy.
About the role and key responsibilities:
- Manage a caseload of employee relations matters (e.g., investigations, disciplinary, grievance, capability, absence management, probation and appeals), ensuring fair, consistent and legally compliant outcomes from start to finish
- Provide sound, risk-based advice and coaching to managers on complex ER issues
- Draft and review case documentation (e.g. letters, notes, reports)
- Ensure consistent application of policies and procedures, balancing business needs with fair outcomes
- Identify potential risks, escalating appropriately with clear recommendations
- Maintain accurate case records and contribute to HR reporting
- Support change management processes, including restructures, consultations and organisational development initiatives
- Support wider HR activity during the change programme as needed
About you and your skills / experience:
- Strong employee relations skills as well as up to date, practical knowledge of UK employment law, HR best practice and their practical application in an organisational context
- Demonstrable experience in an ER / HR / people advisory role, providing guidance to managers on the range of employee matters
- Proven track record of independently managing complex employee relations cases including investigations, disciplinary, grievance, capability, absence management, consultations, restructuring and redundancy
- Experience of supporting and advising managers and employees during organisational change programmes with a strong focus on supporting the consultation process
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build credibility and influence at all levels
- Ability to assess risk, balance business needs, employee experience and legal compliance
- Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
- Pragmatic, solution-focused mindset
- Proactive and self-motivated with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive issues with discretion
- Resilient, steady and able to work under pressure
If you are looking for a challenging ER focussed role, possess the above skills / experience, can start ASAP and can commit to an initial 6 month term, we are keen to hear from you ASAP.
Henlee Resourcing is a specialist full service human resources recruitment consultancy operating across the South West, M3, M4 and M5 corridors.
