Senior Employee Relations Advisor
- Location: Stevenage (Hybrid Working)
- Hourly Rate:£18.59 per hour + £2.24 holiday pay (£20.83 per hour including holiday pay PAYE)
- Duration: Initial short-term assignment with potential extension
- Start Date: Immediate start preferred
An NHS organisation is seeking an experienced Senior Employee Relations Advisor to provide additional support within its People team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced HR professional to join a busy environment and manage a varied caseload of complex employee relations matters.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage a portfolio of complex employee relations cases, including disciplinary, grievance, capability, performance and sickness absence matters.
- Provide expert advice and guidance to managers on HR policies, procedures and employment law.
- Support investigations, formal hearings and case management activities.
- Coach and support managers to effectively handle workforce issues.
- Liaise with key stakeholders and trade union representatives.
- Ensure cases are managed in line with organisational policies and employment legislation.
Essential Requirements
- Significant experience managing complex employee relations cases.
- Strong knowledge of employment law and HR best practice.
- Previous NHS experience is highly desirable.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage a demanding caseload.