Employee Relations Advisor

Venesky-Brown’s client, a public sector organisation in Edinburgh / Glasgow, is currently looking to recruit an Employee Relations Advisor for an initial 6-month contract, with possible 6-month extension on a rate of £275-£325/day (Inside IR35). This role will be a hybrid of working at home, with occasional meetings in Edinburgh/Glasgow offices as required to join meetings as well as deliver or receive training etc. Notice will be given. There is also a quarterly requirement to attend a full HR team day in Edinburgh.

Responsibilities:

- Research and benchmarking against legislation and best practice

- Review of existing policies and drafting of revised versions.

- Support the ER manager in securing policy feedback from the ER team and trade union.

- Development of supporting documentation, including request forms, business case templates and manager guidance.

- Support the ER manager through governance and approval processes.

- Preparation of policy launch and implementation material

- Manage HR cases individually, appropriately, and effectively in line with policy and wider legislation.

- Escalation point for People Managers to advise on and support more complex cases.

- Work proactively to support leadership and recognised trade union, as part of our formal partnership arrangements.

Essential Skills:

- Proven track record of delivering within an employee relations environment, (ER Casework management e.g., attendance, disciplinary, grievances and performance).

- Chartered CIPD membership, or willing to work towards, or another relevant qualification.

- Experience of the design, development, and launch of HR policy, in line with employment law and best practice.

- Regularly reviews procedures and policies to make suitable recommendations for change.

- Able to seek out/collate and analyse HR data, picking out relevant information to assist in decision making process and case resolution

- Skilled at building strong relationships within own team and with all relevant stakeholders to provide an excellent service

- Uses a range of suitable skills and techniques to deliver outcomes, including identifying risks and mitigating actions

If you would like to hear more about this opportunity please get in touch.