Employee Relations Advisor / HR Business Partner (ER)

Employee Relations Advisor / HR Business Partner (ER) - 6 Month Contract - Ashford, Kent 60,000 4 days on-site, AshfordWe''re recruiting on behalf of an organisation in Ashford, Kent for an experienced Employee Relations specialist to join on an initial 6-month contract, with a strong likelihood of extension.This role sits at the sharp end of ER - you''ll be the go-to for case management, union relationships, and manager coaching across the business, with real scope to shape how ER is handled.What you''ll be doingOwning a caseload of ER issues - disciplinaries, grievances, absence management - from first contact through to resolutionActing as the primary point of contact for trade union representatives, maintaining constructive working relationshipsCoaching and upskilling managers on employment law and ER best practiceDesigning and delivering ER training across the businessSupporting HR policy development and implementationPartnering with senior stakeholders on people solutions tied to business goalsWhat you''ll bringCIPD Level 5 (essential)Solid ER-focused HR generalist backgroundDirect, hands-on experience working with trade unions - this is essential, not preferredStrong employment law knowledgeConfidence operating and influencing at senior levelAble to commit to 4 days/week on-site in Ashford, Kent for the contract durationStart date: ASAPHuntress Search Ltd acts as a Recruitment Agency in relation to all Permanent roles and as a Recruitment Business in relation to all ..... full job details .....