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Employee Relations Lead

Manchester Temporary £280 - £280 per day View Job Description
We are seeking an experienced Employee Relations Lead to join a temporary position within the public sector. This role, based in Manchester, focuses on managing employee relations and ensuring compliance with policies and procedures.
  • Interim Employee Relations Lead required for immediate start!
  • Candidates MUST have specialist knowledge in Employee Relations

About Our Client

The organisation is a reputable public sector entity, known for its structured and professional environment. It operates as a medium-sized body, delivering a significant impact within its field.

Job Description

  • Provide expert ER advice across conduct, performance, grievance, and absence cases.
  • Lead and progress casework with a strong delivery focus, ensuring milestones are met.
  • Manage formal investigations and hearings with full procedural rigour.
  • Use strong problem-solving skills to guide managers toward informed, compliant decisions.
  • Support HRBPs by advising on performance plans and clear, measurable objectives.
  • Act as an ER subject matter expert across the wider organisation.
  • Drive early resolution through coaching, mediation, and proactive engagement.
  • Design and deliver ER and people-management training for managers.
  • Oversee the ER case tracker to ensure timely, risk-based case progression.
  • Collect and analyse ER data, identify trends, and provide insights to improve practice and policy.
  • Contribute to reviewing and developing HR policies, tool-kits, and guidance.



The Successful Applicant

A successful Employee Relations Lead should have:

  • Strong, up-to-date knowledge of employment law, ACAS codes, and HR policies.
  • Proven experience managing complex employee relations casework, ideally within the Civil Service or wider Public Sector.
  • Ability to influence, advise, and challenge senior stakeholders effectively.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities, with high attention to detail.
  • Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and maintain confidentiality.
  • Relevant professional HR qualifications (e.g., CIPD) are desirable.



What's on Offer

  • Competitive daily rate up to £280, paid in GBP.
  • Hybrid working - 2 days required in office
  • Temporary opportunity in a large Public Sector organisation.
  • Convenient location in Manchester with excellent transport links.
  • Opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects within the Human Resources department.



If you are an experienced Employee Relations Lead looking for a rewarding opportunity in the public sector, apply today!

Contact
Bridget Wilson
Quote job ref
JN-012026-6914537
Phone number
+44 207 269 2105

Job summary

Job function
Human Resources
Subsector
Employee Relations
Sector
Public Sector
Location
Manchester
Contract type
Temporary
Consultant name
Bridget Wilson
Consultant phone
+44 207 269 2105
Job reference
JN-012026-6914537