Strategic partner (Employee Relations and Policy)
6 Month Contract, up to £250 p/d (Inside IR35)
Edinburgh (Hybrid, 2 days per week onsite)
We are seeking an experienced Employee Relations specialist to lead complex ER activity within a large organisation, providing expert advice to managers and senior stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage complex employee relations cases, including disciplinary, grievance, capability, attendance and organisational change matters.
- Provide expert guidance on employment law, risk management and ER best practice.
- Build and maintain effective relationships with Trade Unions and employee representatives.
- Support Employment Tribunal preparation and resolution of sensitive workplace issues.
- Ensure consistent application of HR policies and procedures.
- Analyse ER trends and workforce data to identify risks and improvement opportunities.
Essential Experience
- Extensive Employee Relations experience in a complex environment.
- Managing high-risk and sensitive casework.
- Strong employment law knowledge.
- Trade Union engagement and partnership working.
- Employment Tribunal support and case management.
- Policy development and implementation.
Qualifications
- CIPD qualified.
Ideal for a senior ER professional with strong employment law knowledge, excellent stakeholder management skills, and experience handling complex employee relations matters.
