About this role
Venn Group is delighted to be recruiting for an Employee Relations Manager on behalf of a respected charitable organisation operating across London, Kent and Surrey.
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Employee Relations professional to join a values-driven organisation that delivers essential services within local communities. Working closely with senior leaders and managers, you will provide expert employee relations support, helping to promote best practice, manage complex casework and ensure a positive and legally compliant employee experience across the organisation.
Key Responsibilities
Act as the organisation’s employee relations specialist, providing expert advice and guidance to managers and senior stakeholdersLead on complex employee relations matters, including disciplinary, grievance, absence, capability and performance casesSupport and coach managers to build confidence and capability in handling people management issuesDevelop and promote employee relations best practice, ensuring consistency and compliance across the organisationContribute to organisational change programmes and support managers through consultation and implementation processesReview, develop and implement employee relations policies, procedures and guidanceAnalyse employee relations data and provide insights to identify trends and support informed decision-makingBuild positive relationships with trade unions, employee representatives and key stakeholders
Ideal Candidate Profile
Previous experience working as an Employee Relations Manager or in a specialist employee relations capacityExtensive employee relations experience with sound knowledge of UK employment lawProven ability to manage complex and sensitive cases while balancing organisational and employee needsStrong influencing skills with the ability to challenge and build effective relationships with stakeholders at all levelsExperience supporting organisational change and continuous improvement initiativesCIPD qualified or able to demonstrate equivalent professional experienceExcellent communication, organisational and problem-solving skillsExperience within the charity or not-for-profit sector is desirable, though candidates from other sectors are encouraged to apply
Location: Home-based (occasional travel across London, Kent and Surrey)
Duration: Permanent
Pay rate: £50,000 per annum + Benefits
Working hours: Full-time
This vacancy will be actively shortlisted so early applications are encouraged to avoid missing out. Venn Group is an equal opportunities employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates.