Employee Relations Advisor - #2094631

EMPLOYEE RELATIONS ADVISOR

Location: Birmingham, hybrid

Job Type: Full time, permanent

Step into an exhilarating new chapter as an Employee Relations Advisor with a highly respected HR team in Birmingham, supporting a renowned and forward-thinking organisation! In this vibrant role, you will be at the heart of championing positive change, offering expert guidance on a diverse range of employee relations matters with managers across the UK.

• Become a trusted advisor within a knowledgeable HR team, guiding managers through sensitive employee relations cases and ensuring every voice is heard and respected.
• Enjoy flexible working arrangements and structured training opportunities that empower you to advance your career in employee relations while maintaining work-life balance.
• Play a pivotal role in projects that shape company policy, enhance employee well being, and nurture a culture of continuous improvement throughout the business.

The Role:

• Deliver prompt, commercially-aware advice to line managers on a wide variety of employee relations topics such as disciplinary issues, grievances, performance management, absence management, flexible working requests, redundancy processes etc
• Empower line managers by providing one-on-one coaching sessions and contributing to the creation, delivery, and review of training materials that build confidence in handling employee relations matters.
• Cultivate strong connections at all levels of the organisation to ensure seamless collaboration during formal meetings, investigations, consultations, and other essential interactions.
• Take ownership of proactive case management by blending empathy and fairness with operational needs to achieve outcomes that benefit both employees and the business.
• Craft clear and comprehensive written communications including outcome letters and advisory notes that reflect best practice and legal compliance.
• Keep templates, policies, and procedures up-to-date to ensure they remain compliant with current employment legislation the UK.

The Right Candidate:

• Demonstrable experience in an employee relations advisory role where you have provided guidance to line managers at all levels within a high-volume environment.
• Proven ability to manage complex employee relations cases effectively while maintaining excellent knowledge of current employment law relevant to both the UK and Republic of Ireland.
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills that enable you to influence outcomes positively even when holding difficult conversations or delivering challenging feedback.

What's next:

If you're ready to bring your passion for people into a role where your expertise makes waves-this is your moment!

Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates