Employee Relations Manager

Job Employee Relations Manager

Location: RemoteHours: 35 hours per weekSalary: £45,000 to £55,00 (depending on experience)

Contract: 12 months fixed term

Key Purpose of the Role

The Employee Relations Manager (ERM) is a strategic partner responsible for a team of ER Advisors and working alongside Operations Managers, People Business Partners and the wider People Team providing front line ER advice and counsel, giving recommendations and support to facilitate, plan and execute solutions that address employee relations issues.

The ERM uses knowledge of applicable local employment laws and practices to design and implement employee relations policies and procedures to ensure fair and equitable employment practices.

Essential Criteria

To thrive in this role, you must have:

• Be able to lead on strategy development to ensure a robust, consistent and effective approach to Employee Relations within United Response. This includes using your knowledge of employment law, policy and procedure and ACAS guidelines to deliver effective, commercial solutions. You will therefore have experience forming trusted relationships with ACAS and Employment Lawyers.
• Experience developing new Employee Relations programmes, evaluating solutions, and identifying lessons learnt to make recommendations.
• Experience coaching and leading a team including performance and development.
• Data minded, and able to identify trends to deliver targeted planning.

Benefits

At United Response, we recognise and reward your contribution with:

• Annual Leave: 25 days of paid leave plus 8 bank holidays (pro-rated for part-time roles).
• Career Development: Fully funded training and recognised qualifications.
• Financial Security: Pension and life assurance benefits, alongside enhanced maternity and paternity pay.
• Wellbeing Support: Free access to occupational health, physiotherapy, and counselling services.
• Recognition Programs: Celebrate achievements through our UR Stars Recognition Scheme.
• Discounts: Savings at over 3,500 retailers via our online shopping platform.
• Travel Support: Season ticket loans for commuting.
• Referral Incentives: Rewards for introducing friends to our team.

About Us

United Response is a leading national charity, passionate about empowering individuals to lead fulfilling lives. We are committed to promoting independence, inclusivity, and equality for all, breaking barriers to ensure everyone can live, work, and socialise in their communities.Our core values—Creativity, Strength, Honesty, Responsiveness, and Unity—drive everything we do.

Equal Opportunity Employer

As a Disability Confident Leader, United Response is committed to creating an inclusive recruitment process. We guarantee interviews for disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria. If you require assistance with your application, please contactgill.fay@unitedresponse.org.uk.

Important Information

This role is subject to a DBS check, with costs covered by United Response. Please note that we may close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications.

Apply now to join our dedicated team and make a lasting impact!

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