ER Specialist - 12 month FTC

London Temporary £45,000 - £50,000 per year View Job Description
This role sits within a centralised ER team and is highly operational. You'll manage a varied ER caseload across low, mid and higher‑risk matters (with no tribunal exposure to date), supporting managers in a fast‑paced, site‑based environment. It's a hands‑on role focused on leading investigations, managing ER process end‑to‑end and providing pragmatic advice where manager capability can vary, so confidence and initiative are key.
  • Employee Relations Advisor - 12 month FTC
  • Hybrid but with site visits across London, Kent, Essex and Watford.

About Our Client

Our client is a large UK home‑building and construction organisation with a national footprint and a strong regional operating model. The business delivers residential developments at scale, supported by centralised group functions and robust governance. It operates in a fast‑paced, operationally driven environment with a strong emphasis on quality, process and consistency.

Job Description

  • Managing a varied ER caseload including investigations, grievances, disciplinaries, performance and absence cases
  • Taking ownership of the fact‑finding and legwork required for ER matters, producing clear and thorough documentation
  • Coaching and advising line managers, supporting them to build confidence and capability
  • Ensuring ER activity is compliant with policy, process and employment law
  • Working closely with the wider ER team and newly appointed ER Manager
  • Operating effectively in a high‑volume environment, typically managing around 10 cases concurrently
  • Hybrid role with 2 days per week on site
  • Sites across East, West and North London, Essex, Kent and Watford
  • Full UK driving licence and access to a car is highly desirable due to travel between sites
  • Site location will vary depending on where management support is required

The Successful Applicant

  • Proven experience in an ER‑focused role, ideally within a fast‑paced or operational environment
  • Comfortable working autonomously and managing complexity
  • Strong investigation skills with a process‑driven approach
  • Open on CIPD level (qualified or working towards)
  • Resilient, pragmatic and solutions‑focused
  • Experience in construction, engineering or similar operational sectors is beneficial but not essential

What's on Offer

  • Competitive salary ranging from £45,000 to £50,000 per annum depending on experience.
  • Car allowance of £6,500
  • 26 days of holiday plus bank holidays.
  • 10% employer pension contribution.
  • 12 months FTC with chance to go permanent afterwards.
  • 2 stages interview process
Contact
Sasha Veitch
Quote job ref
JN-022026-6942086
Phone number
+442072692178

Job summary

Job function
Human Resources
Subsector
Employee Relations
Sector
Property
Location
London
Contract type
Temporary
Consultant name
Sasha Veitch
Consultant phone
+442072692178
Job reference
JN-022026-6942086