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Our client is seeking an Employee Relations Advisor to join their team on a 6-month contract. The role will initially focus on clearing a backlog of absence management cases, with the potential for long-term improvement work once the backlog is cleared.
Client Details
A prominent construction business based in Birkenhead. Full details will be provided upon successful application.
Description
Key Responsibilities:
- Review and resolve pending absence management cases within the building & construction sector.
- Collaborate with the HR team to ensure effective follow-up and resolution.
- Ensure compliance with company policies and legal requirements related to absence management.
- Support managers in recognising early signs of absence issues and offer guidance on best practices.
- Lead initiatives for process improvement to make absence management more efficient across the business.
- Maintain accurate records and documentation to ensure effective management.
- Work with Union reps to navigate industrial relations issues where they arise.
Profile
- An Experienced HR Advisor or Employee Relations Advisor
- Experience in absence management, preferably within the Building and Construction or similar industry.
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise and resolve cases efficiently.
- A proactive approach to process improvement and coaching managers.
- A good understanding of legal requirements and policies related to absence management.
- Experience managing cases in a unionised environment, with the ability to navigate complex industrial relations situations and ensure fairness and compliance.
Job Offer
Once the backlog is cleared, there will be an opportunity to focus on process improvement in absence management, helping the company to enhance its existing processes and effectively manage absence across teams.
This is a great opportunity for an experienced HR Advisor / Employee Relations Advisor looking to make an immediate impact and contribute to a growing construction business with potential beyond the initial contract.
If you are interested or would like to discuss further, please apply today!
