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Title: Employee Relations Manager Department: People Team Contract: Full Time | Permanent Based: Burntwood head office - Hybrid Reporting to: Head of People & Culture Salary: Up to £50,000 per annum DOE About the Role As Employee Relations Manager, you will take ownership for ensuring overall Employee Relations best practice, advice, training, policy and compliance across the business. You will manage a team of Advisers to ensure they are providing effective, efficient, responsive and commercial Employee Relations advice and support, with a huge focus on customer service and continuous improvement. You will ensure Managers are provided with advice and resources to navigate sensitive and complex situations, whilst protecting the organisation from risk. You will also partner with the National Support Centre management team to drive engagement and support proactive people activity. About Busy Bees Founded in 1983, Busy Bees is the UK’s leading childcare provider and the third largest globally, with over 1000 centres worldwide. We are a values-driven, purpose-led organisation, committed to giving every child the best start in life. Why you'll love working for us • Sector-leading family leave, including enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption pay, • ‘Hive’ (Reward Gateway) – our 24/7 employee benefits platform with retail, travel, and cinema discounts, • Childcare discount, • Your birthday off every year plus 33 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays, • Health and wellbeing support, including our Employee Assistance Programme, Peppy, and Mental Health apps, • Professional development through our in-house training academy and access to further qualification Key Responsibilities • Leadership & Service Focus: Leading, coaching, and upskilling the Advisers, ensuring they deliver exceptional service and consistently act in the best interests of employees, Line Managers, and the wider business., • Lead complex ER cases – taking ownership of high-risk and escalated cases, including tribunal claims, ensuring fair, consistent, and legally compliant outcomes., • Act as a trusted advisor – providing clear, practical advice to managers and senior leaders, building confidence in handling ER issues., • Drive policy and process improvements – identifying trends and gaps, and leading initiatives that make our ER approach smarter and more proactive., • Legal compliance – overseeing all People policies, templates and guidance to ensure robust compliance with all aspects of safer recruitment practices, safeguarding and employment legislation., • Horizon scanning – ensuring our policies and practices are aligned with the changing legal landscape to ensure ongoing compliance. Liaising with external legal support and internal Quality team, where required., • Deliver training and guidance – empowering managers to handle ER issues effectively, consistently and confidently., • Balance risk – helping make decisions that are legally sound, commercially sensible, and people focused., • Provide insight – turning ER data into meaningful reports and recommendations that help to shape future strategy and training delivery., • Team-work – working closely with wider People team and business leaders to deliver joined-up solutions that support organisational goals., • Subject Matter Expertise – acting as the specialist for employee relations across the business, offering expert guidance across all areas of ER and employment law., • Governance – work with People Services Team Leader and wider People team to develop internal governance to ensure that all company, legislative and regulatory compliance is met. Ensuring correct levels of approval and maintaining version control / change logs accordingly., • Maintain High Standards: Overseeing and managing individual and team performance, fostering a culture of accountability and excellence. What We’re Looking For • Significant experience managing high-volume, complex ER cases within a multi-site organisation., • Strong working knowledge of UK employment law., • Experience handling escalated cases and employment tribunal claims., • Experience within a regulated environment (safeguarding and safer recruitment knowledge highly desirable)., • Proven leadership and people management experience within HR., • Experience using HR systems and case management tools., • Strong Microsoft Office capability., • Calm and confident under pressure when managing sensitive issues., • Clear communicator who simplifies complex legal matters., • Commercially pragmatic and solution focused., • Analytical, data-driven and detail-oriented., • Passionate about service excellence and continuous improvement., • Highly organised with the ability to prioritise effectively in a fast-paced environment., • Collaborative and relationship-driven, building strong internal and external networks. If you are an experienced Employee Relations Manager or HR Compliance Lead ready to have a real impact on a purpose driven organisation we would love to hear from you.

We are recruiting for a Duty Manager to join our team here at The George Hotel! We are looking for someone who is customer focused and passionate about hospitality to join our team here at The George Hotel, Lichfield. The ideal candidate could work between 30 and 37.5 hours across 4 or 5 days, this will include evenings and weekends. You will have strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to lead, motivate and support staff across the hotel. You will help ensure any guest issues are resolved quickly and professionally as well as assisting with the smooth operations of the restaurant, special events and group bookings. Come and join our amazing team and we can offer you: A permanent contract (following a successful probation period) • £13.60 per hour • Pay for all hours worked • Additional holiday for long service • Enhanced rate of pay for working on key bank holidays • A Company reward scheme where you are rewarded for your hard work • Hotel discounts • Discounts when dining in our restaurants or attending one of our special events • Employee assistance programme • Free onsite parking • A uniform • Meals on duty This is an excellent opportunity for someone to join a well-established, family run business. You may have experience of the following: Front of House Manager, Guest Services Manager, Hotel Supervisor, Operations Supervisor, Hospitality Duty Manager, Reception Manager, Shift Manager, Guest Experience Manager, Hotel Team Leader, Concierge Manager, Guest Relations Supervisor. REF-(Apply online only)

HR Business Partner Location: Head Office, Lichfield Hours: 32 hours per week, 4 days per week Salary: £40,000 per annum Contract: Permanent About AM2PM We are a dynamic, multi-site organisation operating in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment. We're currently looking for a hands-on HR professional to step into a key role, where your practical expertise will directly support our managers and workforce. This is an excellent opportunity to bring your HR knowledge to life in a flexible, 4-day-a-week role designed with work-life balance in mind. The Role of a HR Business Partner This is a great opportunity for a strong HR Advisor looking to step into a broader role, or an experienced HR professional keen to take ownership of the operational side of HR for a growing organisation. You'll be focusing on practical, day-to-day HR delivery with a particular emphasis on employee relations, compliance, and guiding managers through people-related challenges. Responsibilities of an HR Business Partner Your day-to-day duties will include: Employee Relations: Taking responsibility for handling all ER issues, including investigations, disciplinary cases, and grievances. Manager Support: Advising and coaching managers to build their confidence and capability when dealing with people matters. Policy Consistency: Ensuring HR policies and processes are applied consistently across all sites. Organisational Change: Supporting restructuring projects and other change initiatives to achieve business goals. Compliance: Maintaining up-to-date records and ensuring the business complies with UK employment law and regulatory requirements. Onboarding & Data Management: Overseeing the onboarding of new employees, maintaining accurate and compliant HR records, and managing HR systems. Workforce Insights: Using HR data to identify trends and provide practical recommendations to resolve issues such as retention challenges. Training Support: Assisting in improving employee and manager training programs where necessary. Requirements of an HR Business Partner Hold a CIPD Level 5 qualification (or be working towards it). Have strong, proven experience as an HR professional in a multi-site or fast-changing business environment. Be comfortable managing complex employee relations cases independently. Understand how to coach and upskill managers, building their confidence in handling people issues. Have a solid understanding of UK employment law and how to apply it practically. Additional helpful experience includes: Exposure to supporting change management or restructuring projects. A good grasp of learning and development principles (desirable but not essential). Benefits of working with us as an HR Business Partner We offer: A 4-Day Working Week: Enjoy flexibility and work-life balance with just 32 hours across 4 days. Opportunity to Make an Impact: Bring real, hands-on change to a growing business. Supportive Environment: Join an approachable, collaborative team that values straightforward communication and problem-solving. A Competitive Package: £40,000 per annum with the structure and openness to grow in your HR career. If you thrive on working directly with business managers and employees, tackling HR issues head-on, and bringing practical solutions to the table, we'd love to hear from you. If you are interested in the above HR Business Partner Role please click apply INDAM2PM

Employee Relations ManagerWhen registering to this job board you will be redirected to the online application form. Position: Employee Relations ManagerLocation: 17 Europa View,Sheffield Business Park, S9 1HX (with some ad-hoc travel to our care Homes)Contract type: Full time 40 hoursRate:Salary cir

This is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership of ER strategy, partner closely with managers, and influence how employee relations is delivered across the business. Act as a trusted advisor to managers across multiple sites, providing expert guidance on all employee relations matters. Proven expe

Farringdon hybrid workingWere looking for looking for an experiencedEmployee Relations Managerto deliver high-quality ER support across our organisation. Reporting to the Lead ER Manager, you will manage complex casework, coach managers, and help us build a consistent, collaborative People service.

Expertise in Employee Relations: Comprehensive professional knowledge and hands-on experience in employee relations management. Mandarin Speaking HR Employee Relations Manager. HR Consultancy and Communication Support: Provide daily consultancy to HRGs on employee relations matters, offering solutio

Employee Relations Associate Manager (French and German speaking). As an Employee Relations Manager, you will play a pivotal role in maintaining a positive work environment by conducting impartial workplace investigations, managing conflict resolution, and driving respect in the workplace initiative

The Employee Relations Manager will lead on employee relations across the organisation, ensuring a fair, consistent, and legally compliant approach to managing employee issues. Design and deliver training for managers on employee relations best practice, including investigations, disciplinaries, gri

In this busy and rewarding role you will be responsible for providing successful solutions to the employee relations issues based on employment law, expertise and business knowledge. Experience of working in an employee relations and policy focused role, including extensive knowledge of employment l

As the Employee Relations Specialist at NEXT Ventures, you will be the trusted point of contact for employee relations matters, helping to strengthen workplace relationships, ensuring fairness, and supporting both employees and leaders through complex people situations. Provide clear, practical guid

A multi-site hospitality company in the UK is seeking an Employee Relations Manager to lead ER matters across its estate. The successful candidate will provide guidance to managers, develop ER capability within the team, and contribute to risk management strategies.

Delivering ER training and strengthening manager capability.

Oakleaf Partnership are partnering with a global insurance firm undergoing an exciting People transformation and are looking for an interim Employee Relations Manager to work with the wider HR team. Strong Employee Relations experience with end‑to‑end case management within Financial Services or

Employee Relations Manager- London £45/50k. We are working with a popular and fast-growing London bar and late-night hospitality group to recruit an experienced Employee Relations Manager to join their People team. Develop ER capability across General Managers, Operations Managers, and central team

Are you an expert in employee and industrial relations, passionate about creating positive workplaces and driving meaningful change? We’re looking for a dynamic Employee Relations Manager to lead our ER team and deliver solutions-focused support to line managers. You’ll bring significant experti

This hybrid role requires strong expertise in employee relations, project management, and the ability to work both autonomously and collaboratively. A leading consulting firm in Greater London is seeking an Assistant Human Capital Manager to provide proactive HR advice and services.

Build strong relationships with leaders, HR, staff representatives and stakeholders to embed good ER practice and strengthen management capability. Design and deliver ER training for managers to promote equality, inclusivity and a Just Culture. Deputise for the Senior ER Manager, representing ER and

To lead and embed a consistent, fair, and principle‑led Employee Relations (ER) framework across HeliosX. Oversee and provide strategic direction of ER casework (informal and formal) across all employee groups, including frontline, clinical, professional, and senior managers, ensuring judgement ba

Works Council Relationship Management: You will build and maintain relationships with an evolving scope of European Works Councils and Employee Representative Bodies, ensuring that those relationships are productive, and promoting the company’s ability to move with speed and flexibility. Considera

As Employee Relations Manager, you’ll be accountable for the work of a small team, focusing on quality, performance and reputation of Fitzgerald’s Employee Relations service. Recent experience in roles such as: HR/People Business Partner, Employee Relations Manager/Specialist/Business Partner. W

As the Employee Relations Manager, you will lead and manage all employee relations matters across the organisation, ensuring fair, consistent, and legally compliant practices. Lead and manage employee relations cases, including disciplinary actions, grievance procedures, absence management, safeguar

A global insurance firm is seeking an interim Employee Relations Manager to manage a diverse ER caseload across UK and international offices. The ideal candidate will have strong Employee Relations experience within Financial Services or Professional Services, solid employment law knowledge, and exc

A leading university in the UK is seeking an experienced Advisory Services Manager focused on Employee Relations and conflict resolution.

Works Council Relationship Management: You will build and maintain relationships with an evolving scope of European Works Councils and Employee Representative Bodies, ensuring that those relationships are productive, and promoting the company’s ability to move with speed and flexibility. Considera

A pioneering healthcare technology company in the UK seeks an Employee Relations Lead to establish an ER framework and oversee complex employee relations matters.

Working closely with the Head of Employee Relations, you will lead on complex employee relations matters, ensuring that cases are managed effectively. Providing specialist advice and guidance to managers on complex employee relations cases. A degree plus CIPD qualification (level 7) or extensive exp

Works Council Relationship Management: You will build and maintain relationships with an evolving scope of European Works Councils and Employee Representative Bodies, ensuring that those relationships are productive, and promoting the company’s ability to move with speed and flexibility. Considera

As Employee Relations Manager, you will play a key role in ensuring our HR and employee relations practices are consistent, legally compliant and practical for managers and HR teams to apply. You will likely have experience in roles such as Employee Relations Manager, Senior ER Specialist or HR Poli

As Employee Relations Manager, you’ll be accountable for the work of a small team, focusing on quality, performance and reputation of Fitzgerald’s Employee Relations service. Recent experience in roles such as: HR/People Business Partner, Employee Relations Manager/Specialist/Business Partner. C

A leading recruitment partner is seeking an Employee Relations Manager responsible for delivering high-quality employee relations services across the organization. Candidates should have strong expertise in employee relations, proven experience within regulated industries, and the ability to travel

We are looking for a ‘hands on’, Employee Relations and HR operations professional, supporting UK, Europe and APAC regions (with a high proportion of work based for the UK). Strong UK Employee Relations background but with global exposure to other regions in Europe and APAC. Employee Relations &

The Employee Relations Manager is responsible for leading and delivering a consistent, high-quality employee relations service across the entire business, supporting both operational sites and Head Office functions. Deliver training and upskilling for managers on employee relations topics to build c

A leading healthcare organization in Greater London is seeking an experienced Employee Relations Manager to join their People & OD team. The successful candidate will lead on complex employee relations matters, including managing investigations and providing advice on employment law and policy.

As an Employee Relations Manager, you will:. We are looking for an experienced Senior Employee Relations (ER) Manager to work alongside the Head of ER in shaping and delivering the ER strategy for a leading fintech organisation. We are looking for an Employee Relations Manager with a strong backgrou

Interim Employee Relations Manager. This is a pivotal role within the organisation, where you will lead on complex employee relations matters, ensuring fair, consistent, and legally compliant outcomes across the workforce. Provide expert guidance on employee relations issues, including grievances, d

Significant experience leading Employee Relations in a complex, high-growth organisation. To lead and embed a consistent, fair, and principle-led Employee Relations (ER) framework across HeliosX. Oversee and provide strategic direction of ER casework (informal and formal) across all employee groups,

As a leader, you’ll guide a team of ER Consultants, setting the tone for how we approach employee relations, with care, integrity, consistency, and keeping the employee experience at the centre. Manager, Employee Relations UKI & MEA. Demonstrate effective influencing skills to provide resolution t

The role involves strategic partnership with managers, consulting on employee performance issues, conducting investigations, and managing relationships with Works Councils across Europe. A leading technology firm based in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Employee Relations professional.

A leading health charity in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Employee Relations Manager to lead their ER team.

A renowned HR consultancy in the UK is seeking an Employee Relations Manager to oversee a small team focused on delivering high-quality employee relations services. The successful candidate will require significant experience in employee relations, a CIPD Level 7 qualification, and excellent people

You will have a strong background in managing and leading employee relations issues, advising on HR policies and procedures, driving consistency, as well as providing coaching and guidance to the employee relations & HR Operations team on cases aligned to our CP culture and values. As our Employee R

We are seeking an experienced and forward thinking HR leader to join UWE Bristol as an Advisory Services Manager with a specialist focus on Employee Relations and conflict resolution. We offer a wide range of employee benefits as well as retail savings, onsite nursery and opportunities for training

In this generalist role, you will focus on employee relations, HR case management, and driving improvements in HR processes and systems. A well-known manufacturing business in England is seeking an experienced HR Manager to join their team. The ideal candidate must have solid knowledge of UK employm

A leading contemporary arts college in the UK is seeking an experienced ER Specialist to lead various employee relations cases. The role involves managing complex change processes, refining HR policies, and delivering training to enhance manager skills.