HR Manager - #1674932

We are proud to be partnering with a leading charity based in Birmingham, who are looking to appoint an ER Manager on a 3 month FTC.

This will be a full-time position, with hybrid working (2/3 days home working) and salary of £42,861 (pro rata).

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in employee relations, with hands-on experience managing complex and high-volume casework.

Duties will include (but are not limited to):

• Providing expert ER support and oversight across complex case management, working closely with our Head of People Partnering, People Partners, and HR Advisors.


• Ensuring consistency in ER advice and process by developing clear casework guidance, templates, and process maps.


• Taking the lead on key and high-risk ER cases and offering backfill support when needed.


• Supporting the development of high-quality HR data and reporting to inform strategic decisions and strengthen the People Partnering approach.


• Reviewing and improving key family-friendly policies and processes (e.g. maternity, paternity, neonatal), working collaboratively with the Payroll team.

Experience required:

• A strong background in employee relations, with hands-on experience managing complex and high-volume casework


• In-depth knowledge of UK employment law and best practice


• Experience handling sensitive information


• A collaborative mindset with a focus on continuous improvement and data-informed decision making

Working hours:

• 2/3 days working from home


• Monday – Friday, 9am-5pm

Please note that you require recent experience to apply for this role.

James Andrews is acting as an employment agency and business in relation to this role.

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