Our client, a successful and highly reputable commercial maintenance company, is seeking a Employee Relations Business Partner to join their team of HR professionals. This new opportunity would suit an experienced and ‘hands on’ HR generalist who has a passion for ER and an approachable and open nature. The role is hybrid, with two days working from home and three days based between their offices in South East London and client sites.
In this key role the ER Business Partner will report to the People Lead and be responsible for managing all aspects of ER across the organisations 1000+ employees, based at multiple locations in London
Responsible for your own designated area you will be the direct line report for 10 contract managers and approx. 500 employees. You will provide expert guidance and support on complex ER issues. This will include leading on disciplinaries and grievances, absence management and redundancies/TUPEs. You will ensure compliance with employment legislation, including all aspects of the new Employment Rights. Deliver training and coaching to line managers on best practice people management. Partner with the business to proactively identify and resolve people-related challenges whilst maintaining detailed case records and reporting on key ER metrics
The successful candidate will be:
- Solid ER experience preferably within a multi-site setting
- Thorough understanding of UK employment law including the new ERA
- CIPD qualification desirable but not essential
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
- Ability to manage difficult conversations and navigate sensitive situations with tact.
- A pragmatic, empathetic and solutions-focused mindset
This is a great opportunity for an HR professional with a passion for ER. The salary for the role is paying up to £45,000 with 25 days holiday + bank holidays, pension, online GP access and reward/retail discount scheme