Employee Relations Advisor

• Job Type: Full-time
• Location: Kent, Remote with some local travel (Manage your own diary)
• Salary: £35,000-£42,000pa

REED HR have partnered with a fantastic organisation in Kent who are seeking an experienced HR Advisor to join their dynamic team and deliver exceptional HR services to their managers and the wider team. If you are a HR professional who can handle a busy ER caseload, build relationships quickly, and provide pragmatic solutions, we would love to hear from you.

• Support managers on all aspects of employee relations matters, offering tailored advice and solutions to meet the unique needs of different departments.
• Utilise a coaching approach to empower managers and colleagues, enhancing their confidence and effectiveness in handling complex situations.
• Provide a mix of face-to-face/virtual meetings, phone calls, and email communications, offering advice and support materials.
• Engage in low-level restructures, policy and procedure writing, and participate in exciting people projects.
• Collaborate and share ideas within the team to continuously improve their services.
• Participate in CPD sessions and team meetings to support ongoing professional development.

• CIPD qualified to a minimum Level 5 or working towards a CIPD recognised qualification, or a relevant degree with significant advisory experience in a similar role.
• Up-to-date knowledge of employment law.
• Strong understanding of business and HR processes, systems, and tools.
• Ability to offer practical, business-focused advice.
• Strong communicative style with the ability to influence at all levels.
• Skilled in risk assessment and providing clear solutions to managers.
• High level of prioritisation and organisational skills.
• Experience in advising on and managing an extensive and varied HR caseload.
• Competence in using computer systems such as Google G-Suite, Microsoft, and HR systems.
• Experience in a public sector or a fast-paced, ever-changing environment is advantageous but not essential.

• Flexible working hours to manage your work/life balance.
• Hybrid working model.
• 22 days annual leave plus 3 concessionary days over Christmas, increasing after 5 years’ service.
• Local Government Pension Scheme with generous employer contribution.
• Salary sacrifice car scheme.
• Reduced cost leisure membership, including theatre tickets and sporting activities.
• Comprehensive Employee Wellbeing package.
• Access to a Discount Club offering savings and cashback at restaurants, shops, holidays, and cinemas.

If you meet the responsibilities and qualifications and are interested in this ER/HR Advisor role, please submit your CV detailing your relevant experience.