Employee Relations Manager

We are currently working in partnership with a
Higher Educational Institution
based in
East London
who are recruiting for a
ER Manager
on a
3 month temporary contract.
The position is due to start in the
last week of September
,
with the potential to go full time.
The hourly rate of pay is
negotiable based upon experience
.
The ideal candidate will have extensive ER casework experience with the ability to deal with multiple cases at one given time, ranging from sickness to disciplinaries. The candidate must also have Higher Educational experience.
Duties will include (but are not limited to):
Ensuring the organisations treatment of employees is consistent with its core business values and objectives
Managing employee relations disciplinary cases, working with the relevant managers, staff and trades union representatives and to liaise with Northeastern University London legal advisors on casework issues as appropriate
Working with the HR Advisor on the management of sickness absence, performance management, exit interview information etc
Handling employee complaints, managing grievance procedures, and facilitating mediation with other stakeholders. Preparation of cases for Employment Tribunals if required
Investigating and resolving complex or critical employee relations issues in a timely and effective manner
Advising on and positively encourage the application of best practice in employment matters with regard to equality and diversity objective
Managing and maintaining the casework tracker and provide reports as and when required to the Senior management team
Maintaining a good working knowledge of UK and EU employment legislation and case law
Experience required:
Experience of working in an HR department, specialising in employee relations issues (specifically casework)
Experience of investigating complex disciplinary and grievance issues
Experience of mediation to produce the optimum outcome for all involved
Experience of working within Higher Education
Proficient IT skills, including Google Suite and Office 365
Skills, knowledge and expertise required:
Strong problem solving skills
Team player who can work independently
In depth employment legislation knowledge
Excellent written and verbal communications and strong interpersonal skills to deal with individuals at various levels, and on potentially sensitive matters
Rewards and Benefits:
Flexible working
Working hours:
37.5 hours per week
9am-5pm Monday - Friday
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.