Senior Employee Relations Advisor
Croydon
Job Title: Senior Employee Relations Advisor Location: Croydon Contract Type: Temporary, on-going Pay Rate: £19.71/hr Hours: Fulltime Mon-Fri, 37.5 hours a week About the Role An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated Senior Employee Relations Advisor to join a dynamic HR team. The post holder will play a key role in providing a professional, legally compliant, and people-focused employee relations service across the organisation. Working closely with managers, staff networks, partnership teams, and external stakeholders, you will offer expert guidance on a wide range of employee relations matters. You will also contribute to the development and implementation of policies that support a fair, inclusive, and effective working environment. Key Responsibilities - Provide expert advice on complex employee relations issues, including sickness absence, disciplinary, grievance, harassment and bullying, capability, and investigations. - Support the delivery of training and upskilling initiatives for managers on HR policies and processes. - Work collaboratively with Occupational Health and Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) providers to support staff wellbeing. - Lead and contribute to job evaluation panels to ensure consistency and fairness. - Support formal hearings, including disciplinary and dismissal panels, providing guidance to managers. - Work with HR Business Partners and senior leadership to implement best practices in employee relations. - Contribute to policy development and review, ensuring alignment with employment law and best practice. - Maintain accurate records of employee relations cases and generate reports for senior management as required. - Support consultation and restructuring processes, including redundancy and redeployment initiatives. What We’re Looking For - CIPD qualification (or equivalent experience) and strong knowledge of employment law. - Proven experience in providing employee relations advice within a complex organisation, preferably within the public sector. - Excellent communication and influencing skills, with the ability to engage effectively with a wide range of stakeholders. - Experience in delivering training and development sessions for managers. - Ability to manage a diverse caseload while maintaining a people-focused and legally sound approach. - Strong analytical skills with the ability to assess risks and make informed decisions. Why Join Us? - Be part of a values-driven organisation committed to fairness, inclusion, and wellbeing. - Opportunities for continuous professional development and career progression. - Work within a supportive and collaborative HR team. - Access to a range of benefits, including pension schemes and health & wellbeing support. If you are passionate about employee relations and want to make a meaningful impact in a diverse and inclusive environment, we would love to hear from you. How to Apply To apply, please submit your CV highlighting relevant experience and a supporting statement outlining your suitability for the role. |  |  |  |
Recruiter: RED Personnel Limited
Salary: £20 Per Hour
Reference: 176SERA