Employee Relations Specialist

Job Advertisement: Employee Relations SpecialistLocation: London (Hybrid)Duration: 6 months (potential extension)Working Pattern: Full TimeHourly Rate: 28.44Our client is seeking an Employee Relations Specialist with experience in higher Education/Healthcare to provide senior ER expertise. This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled professional to make a significant impact on employee relations practises. Job Purpose:As the Employee Relations Specialist, you will lead complex and high-risk cases, ensuring a seamless ER service and building capability across the HR Business Partnering team. Your role will uphold high standards in ER practise, governance, and record keeping, while fostering constructive relationships with managers and trade unions.Key Responsibilities:1. Intake, Triage, and Case Allocation:- Operate the single front door for ER, triaging new cases and allocating ownership with clear next steps.- Apply escalation triggers for high-risk matters, promptly escalating to the Acting Head of HR Business Partnering.- Chair weekly case review meetings to confirm case progress and ownership.2. Complex Case Leadership:- Act as Case Owner for various employee relations matters, ensuring fair and timely outcomes in line with policies and the ACAS Code of practise.- Advise managers on proportionality and support hearings with independent HR advice.3. Standards, Fairness, and Adjustments:- Ensure investigations and hearings are conducted with clear accountability and ..... full job details .....