Employee Relations Manager

Bristol Permanent £46,000 - £50,000 per year View Job Description
I'm working with a leading Education Organisation to recruit an Employee Relations Manager - In this leadership role, you will be focusing on shaping how employee relations and conflict resolution are delivered to the highest standard.
  • Newly created opportunity
  • Hybrid, flexible working

About Our Client

Education

Job Description

As the Employee Relations Manager you will:

  • Lead, coach and develop a team, building capability, consistency and confidence in ER practice
  • Oversee complex and high-risk casework, ensuring fair, timely and balanced outcomes
  • Drive and embed a forward-thinking Resolution Framework, promoting early intervention and constructive conflict resolution
  • Strengthen governance, quality and consistency across ER processes and case management
  • Build strong, collaborative relationships with trade unions and key stakeholders
  • Provide senior HR support on organisational change, restructures and complex people matters
  • Champion an inclusive, person-centred approach, aligned to the organisations values and commitment to equity

The Successful Applicant

A successful Employee Relations Manager should have:

  • Significant experience managing complex ER in a large, unionised environment
  • Proven track record of leading and developing high-performing HR teams
  • Strong expertise in conflict resolution and early intervention approaches
  • Excellent communication, judgement and stakeholder influencing skills
  • A passion for continuous improvement and values-led HR practice



What's on Offer

  • Salary: £45k-£50k + Excellent Benefit
  • Location: Hybrid, flexible working - 3 days in the Bristol office
  • Permanent position within a well-established Education organisation in Bristol.
  • Opportunities for professional development and growth.
  • Supportive and inclusive company culture.
  • Generous holiday entitlement and other workplace benefits.
Contact
Nikki Price
Quote job ref
JN-042026-7005358
Phone number
+44 117 906 5131

Job summary

Job function
Human Resources
Subsector
Employee Relations
Sector
Not For Profit
Location
Bristol
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Nikki Price
Consultant phone
+44 117 906 5131
Job reference
JN-042026-7005358