Job Description
We’re seeking a seasoned Head of Employee Relations to lead our client's ER team within a dynamic public sector environment from their East Croydon head office. This critical role requires a professional with a proven track record in employee relations leadership, particularly in a unionised setting. The ideal candidate will bring 8+ years expertise in managing complex union interactions, resolving employee disputes, and overseeing ER strategy during times of organisational change.
As a trusted advisor, you will partner with senior leaders, manage union relations, manage a team of HRBPs focused on ER.
Key areas of responsibility include:
- Leading and developing the HR/ER team, ensuring high-quality stakeholder engagement
- Overseeing complex employee relations cases, including unionised grievances and disciplinaries
- Ensuring legal and policy compliance across all employee relations activity
- Conducting and advising on investigations, performance management, and tribunal cases
- Managing organisational change processes such as redundancies and TUPE transfers
- Acting as a key liaison with unions and attending JCC meetings
- Providing expert consultation to directors and senior leadership on ER strategy
- Designing and delivering training for HR teams, line managers, and leaders
- Monitoring ER data, trends, and outcomes, and delivering actionable insights to leadership
This position offers a competitive salary of up to £80,000 p.a. and other benefits.
This is an excellent opportunity for a results-driven ER leader to make an immediate impact.
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