ER Advisor - #2171526

We are currently working in partnership with a large multi-site services organisation to appoint an Employee Relations Adviser on a permanent basis. This is an excellent opportunity to join a busy HR team, supporting the ER Manager with complex employee relations matters.

This position is based in Leeds, offering a salary of £30,000 - £33,000 per annum. The role is available on a full-time basis, although part-time hours will be considered for the right candidate. Free on-site parking is also available.

The successful candidate will have proven experience managing a wide range of complex employee relations issues.

Duties will include (but are not limited to):

• Providing expert HR advice and guidance to managers and employees in line with policy, employment legislation and best practice
• Managing and supporting employee relations cases, including disciplinary, grievance, capability and absence management matters
• Supporting ACAS Early Conciliation matters and assisting with Employment Tribunal claims
• Coaching and mentoring managers to enhance their people management capabilities
• Working closely with Employment Law Partners and indemnity insurers to mitigate risk and ensure HR matters are handled fairly, consistently and in line with legal requirements

Experience required:

• Proven experience managing complex Employee Relations casework, including disciplinary, grievance, absence and performance matters.
• Experience supporting ACAS Early Conciliation matters and Employment Tribunal claims.
• A strong understanding of UK employment law, HR policies and ACAS best practice.
• Experience building effective relationships with Trade Unions, managers and senior stakeholders.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management and problem-solving skills, with the ability to influence at all levels.
• CIPD Level 5 qualified (or working towards) and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment whilst managing multiple priorities

Working hours:

• 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 8:30am–5:30pm (with a one-hour lunch break)
• Flexible working options available, with part-time arrangements of 32 or 24 hours per week considered