Senior ER Specialist

Your new company

Join a leading organisation with a strong commitment to excellence in HR and people management. As the most senior specialist of the Employee Relations Centre of Excellence, you'll be working within a high-performing team that partners with leaders across the UK & Ireland to deliver strategic, compliant, and people-focused solutions. This is a business where your expertise will be valued and your impact felt.
Your new role

As a Senior Employee Relations Specialist, you'll play a pivotal role in managing complex ER cases and advising leaders on a wide range of employee lifecycle matters - from performance and absence management to disciplinary, grievance, and restructuring. Reporting to the ER Director, you'll act as a senior escalation point, coach ER Advisors, and contribute to strategic decision-making across the business. You'll also support change programmes, deliver training, and collaborate with global ER colleagues to drive continuous improvement and mitigate risk.
What you'll need to succeed

To thrive in this role, you'll bring:

• Extensive experience in employee relations advisory and case management.
• Deep knowledge of UK employment law and best practice.
• Proven ability to manage complex ER cases end-to-end.
• Strong communication, coaching, and influencing skills.
• A proactive mindset with the ability to identify trends and recommend improvements.
• Experience working with trade unions or representative bodies is a plus.

What you'll get in return

You'll be part of a respected ER function where your expertise will shape outcomes and elevate leadership capability. Expect a collaborative culture, opportunities to influence at senior levels, and the chance to contribute to meaningful organisational change. Competitive salary and benefits are offered, along with professional development support.
Ready to take the next step? If you're a confident ER professional looking to make a strategic impact, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now to join a team where your voice matters and your skills make a difference.

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