Role responsibilities:
Oversee employee relations cases from start to finish, ensuring timely resolution of issues while maintaining compliance with internal policies and applicable laws.
Provide advice and guidance to managers and employees on all employee matters, including disciplinaries, performance management, flexible working requests, phased returns, etc etc etc while maintaining positive employee relations.
Create and implement appropriate action plans to address employee relations issues; recommend corrective measures as needed.
Develop and deliver training sessions and workshops to educate managers on effective employee relations practices, conflict resolution, and workforce management strategies.
Work with line managers to ensure that absences are maintained within acceptable limits utilising occupational health where appropriate by creating and dealing with referrals and appropriate meetings.
Roll out of Cezanne (new Cloud based HR system) in conjunction with project team.
Be the effective Number 2 for HR Manager.
To assist and support the HR team in their duties.
You may be required to perform any other duties and to work in any other areas as requested by the Company if necessary, which may include other offices and those of clients.
Who are we looking for?:
- Have a minimum of 2 years experience with a focus on employee relations.
- Hold a CIPD level 5.
- Demonstrate proven experience in handling high volume of employee relations cases with successful outcomes, preferably in a fast-paced professional environment.
- Have excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple cases simultaneously.
- Have exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to effectively communicate complex information to employees at all levels of the Company.
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills with the ability to independently assess situations and provide sound recommendations in line with our company policies.
- Have strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build trust and rapport with employees, managers and external organisations..
- Have experience in delivering large scale change management .
- Working knowledge of relevant policies and regulations.
- Excellent MS Excel skills.
- Be a team player.
Our Sheffield Head Office has been designed to be a high quality and pleasant workingenvironment. In addition to a competitive salary and benefits package we offer:
Competitive starting salary: Up to £35,000 DOE.
Office hours: Monday to Friday 9.00am 5.00pm.
Generous annual leave entitlement 25 days per year + Bank Holidays.
You will be an integral part of a supportive and dynamic team.
We are a growing company, offering potential for career development and advancement.
Healthcare cash plan.
Pension scheme.
Lucrative Refer a friend scheme.
Free parking.
Free Costco card.
Free fruit daily.
On-site subsidised canteen with relaxation area.
Employee assistance programme.
Death in service benefit.
Annual Summer and Christmas parties.
Award events.
Additional annual leave entitlement for long service.
We offer more than just a job - we offer a rewarding career where you can make a meaningful impact and grow both personally and professionally. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work alongside talented professionals in a dynamic and collaborative environment. We believe in investing in our employees and supporting their career development through training, mentorship, and advancement opportunities. Join us and be part of a firm that values diversity, equality, and inclusion, and is committed to making a difference in the lives of our clients and our community.
If you are passionate about HR and ready to take the next step in your career, we want to hear from you!