Location: Kensington and Chelsea (W8 postcode)
Rate: £230 per day
Working Hours: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Contract Type: Temporary (3 months, with potential for ongoing extension)
Job Purpose:
We are seeking an experienced Employee Relations Specialist to provide comprehensive support within the Council's Employee Relations function. The successful candidate will work closely with the HR&OD partnering team, supporting service departments in delivering business objectives through effective employee relations activities. This role requires expertise in employment law, policy development, and employee engagement to foster a productive and compliant working environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide expert Employee Relations support to assigned departments, advising on employment law and policies.
- Manage and resolve complex Employee Relations cases, including disciplinaries, grievances, and performance management.
- Advise managers on the application of Council policies, ensuring compliance with employment law and best practices.
- Draft and review employment policies, procedures, and guidance notes in collaboration with trade unions and other stakeholders.
- Deliver training sessions for managers and HR teams on changes to employment law and best practices.
- Assist in the delivery of departmental and corporate restructures, including TUPE transfers.
- Lead ad-hoc training sessions for staff and managers on employment law and related issues.
- Manage an active Employee Relations caseload, working at pace to deliver successful outcomes.
- Contribute to team development and staff engagement initiatives, aligning with HR operations and partnering action plans.
- Foster cross-functional collaboration with HR&OD BPs and departments to implement improvements in employee engagement and experience.
- Significant experience in Employee Relations, including handling complex casework and advising on employment law.
- Strong knowledge of UK employment legislation and best practice.
- Proven experience in developing policies, procedures, and guidance on employee relations issues.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships with a variety of stakeholders.
- Ability to work under pressure and manage a high caseload.
- Experience in delivering training and providing advice on ER matters.
- Proven track record of contributing to the success of HR projects and initiatives.
- Experience working within local government or a similar public sector environment.
- Knowledge of the Decision Making and Accountability (DMA) project work.
- CIPD qualification or equivalent HR certification.
To apply, please submit your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience.
