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ER Manager

Michael Page HR
Posted a day ago, valid for 17 days
Location

Sutton Coldfield, West Midlands B75 7RW

Contract type

Full Time

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  • We are seeking an Employee Relations Manager to shape ER strategy and support employee well-being in a leading organization.
  • The role requires proven ER expertise with a strong track record in handling complex ER cases, including tribunals and change management.
  • Candidates should have a degree (CIPD or equivalent experience preferred) and up-to-date knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practices.
  • The position offers a salary of £70,000 per year and requires a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience.
  • Benefits include hybrid working, 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, private healthcare, pension, and free parking.

We are proud to partner with a leading organisation to recruit an Employee Relations Manager. This is a fantastic opportunity to shape ER strategy, support employee well-being, and ensure fair and legally compliant workplace practices in a sensitive and meaningful industry.

Client Details

We are proud to partner with a leading organisation to recruit an Employee Relations Manager. This is a fantastic opportunity to shape ER strategy, support employee well-being, and ensure fair and legally compliant workplace practices in a sensitive and meaningful industry.

Description

As Employee Relations Manager, you will:

  • Provide pragmatic and commercially focused ER advice across the organisation.
  • Lead on complex disciplinary, grievance, TUPE, and redundancy cases.
  • Manage ACAS conciliation and employment tribunal claims, ensuring effective risk assessment and resolution.
  • Coach and influence line managers to enhance people management capabilities.
  • Develop and maintain HR policies and procedures in line with UK employment law.
  • Analyse HR data and MI to identify risks and drive strategic interventions.
  • Work closely with trade unions and employee representatives, where applicable.

Profile

  • Proven ER expertise - Strong track record handling complex ER cases, including tribunals and change management.
  • Leadership & Influence - Ability to coach, mentor, and develop an ER team while influencing stakeholders.
  • Regulatory Knowledge - Understanding of FCA, CMA, TUPE, redundancy, and employment law.
  • Strategic Thinker - Able to analyse workforce data and implement data-driven solutions.
  • Exceptional Communication - Skilled in mediation, negotiation, and relationship-building.
  • Degree qualified (CIPD or equivalent experience preferred).
  • Up-to-date knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practices.
  • Strong analytical skills and HR data interpretation experience.

Job Offer

  • Hybrid working of circa 3 days office and 2 home per week
  • 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
  • Private healthcare
  • Pension
  • Free Parking

This is a unique opportunity to lead in a fast-paced, regulated environment, making a real impact while working in a sector that truly values compassion and integrity.

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.