Employee Relations Partner

Are you an established HR professional with expertise in employee relations? Join our dynamic team where your specialized knowledge will directly impact our organization's success. In this role, you'll lead ER activity for the business, ensuring we maintain excellence and professionalism in all people-related matters while navigating complex regulatory requirements.

About the Role

As our ER Partner, you'll be the go-to expert for complex employee relations matters, providing strategic guidance and hands-on support across our UK operations. Working in a highly regulated reinsurance environment, you'll ensure our people practices are compliant, fair, and aligned with organizational objectives.

Key Responsibilities

Lead organizational change processes including redundancy, restructuring, and collective consultation with sensitivity and legal compliance

Manage complex ER cases including disciplinary proceedings, grievances, and performance management issues from initiation to resolution

Develop and implement strategies for effective absence management and capability/conduct cases

Oversee TUPE processes and changes to employment terms and conditions with meticulous attention to detail

Collaborate with legal counsel and key stakeholders to ensure best practice and legal compliance across all ER activities

Enhance HR frameworks by contributing to the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of policies and procedures

Deliver targeted training for managers on key ER topics, building organizational capability and confidence

Maintain comprehensive documentation in line with data protection requirements and confidentiality standards

About You

You're a confident HR professional who thrives in complex, fast-paced environments. With your extensive employee relations experience, you bring both technical expertise and a people-centered approach. You're known for your sound judgment, discretion, and ability to build trust with stakeholders at all levels. Your analytical mindset allows you to navigate challenging situations while maintaining empathy and professionalism.

We are looking for candidates who meet these requirements:

8+ years of specialized ER experience or equivalent

HR Partner/Generalist role with significant ER focus

Comprehensive knowledge of UK employment law and demonstrable experience managing complex ER issues from end to end

Proven track record supporting organizational change including redundancy, TUPE, and restructuring processes

CIPD qualification (Level 5 minimum) or equivalent professional experience

Experience developing and implementing HR policies and procedures in regulated environments

These are additional nice to haves:Experience in financial services, insurance, or reinsurance sectors

Advanced stakeholder management skills with ability to influence at senior leadership level

Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities with attention to detail

Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to handle sensitive situations

Experience delivering ER-focused training and development for managers

NB: This is a 6 month Fixed Term Contract position

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