British Heart Foundation
Employee Relations Specialist
Job Location
Regent's Park, United Kingdom
Job Description
Are you an experienced HR professional looking for a new challenge?Were recruiting an Employee Relations Specialist for a 9-month fixed-term contract, following an internal secondment within our team.
Asan Employee Relations Specialist, youll be the escalation point from our People Operations team and will apply your specialist employee relations knowledge and expertise to provide professional and pragmatic employee relations advice on a range of employee relations (ER) issues, policies and processes.
Youll pro-actively engage with managers to offer best practice advice on a range of ER case work, spotting and assessing the risks and advising managers on how to mitigate or find resolutions to those risks which are in the best interest for British Heart Foundation (BHF).
Youll take ownership of your own case work from beginning to end and responsibility for the advisory solutions ensuring best practice timescales are adhered to. You will also ensure any risks or concerns are flagged.
Working arrangements
This is a blended role, where your work will be dual located between your home and our London Office. Please note this is a 9 month fixed term contract.
At BHF we believe in the power of being together, so our colleagues on blended contracts can expect to spend some time in their office, at least one day each week, on average. The use of our office spaces is driven in part by your role and the activities you need to do. This may vary from time to time, so you will need to work in a flexible way to unlock your best work for our cause.
Need more help balancing your work and home life? Talk to us about what flexibility is available at the application or interview stage.
About you
With a CIPD Level 5 minimum qualification, or equivalent, you'll have extensive HR knowledge and understanding around best practice. You'll also have an up-to-date ER and Employment law knowledge, and understand ACAS code of Practise and be knowledgeable on the Equality Act.
Youll have substantial experience managing complex casework, including dismissals and discrimination.
You are able to weigh up complex evidence and reach sound conclusions that are fair and reasonable while protecting the business. You have the proven experience of navigating legal complexities and negotiating successful resolutions swiftly.
Ideally, you will have ER specialist experience confidently managing a high volume of cases in a large organisation. Additionally, experience of tribunal case preparation, restructuring, redundancy, and TUPE would be highly advantageous.
A highly effective team player, youll have excellent communication skills and be able to build trust and rapport quickly. With strong time management skills, youll be resilient and work well under pressure to multiple and conflicting deadlines.
Were looking for someone with a passion for all things employee relations who will be an ambassador for the People Relations team. Willing to challenge and influence managers, youll encourage them to be the decision makers as well as positively challenge the status quo on process, policy and procedure.
BenefitsOur benefits include:
30 days annual leave plus bank holidays
Private medical insurance, dental health cover, and money towards gym membership.
Pension scheme with employer contribution up to 10%.
Full pay for 12 weeks for family leave including maternity, paternity and adoption leave.
Life assurance.
Extra paid leave of up to 10 days to support colleagues who may need more time off work to look after themselves or others close to them.
We're CIPD-recognised for our Live Well. Work Well programme, and we're on a mission to make heart health a priority, starting with you. From home to the office, we're here to inspire and guide your journey to a healthier, happier life.
To find out more about the benefits available at the BHF please download our benefits document at the bottom of our advert page.
Interview process
First stage interviews will be a short one-way video interview, successful candidates will then be invited to attend an interview via MS Teams.
Location: Regent's Park, GB
Posted Date: 11/28/2024
Asan Employee Relations Specialist, youll be the escalation point from our People Operations team and will apply your specialist employee relations knowledge and expertise to provide professional and pragmatic employee relations advice on a range of employee relations (ER) issues, policies and processes.
Youll pro-actively engage with managers to offer best practice advice on a range of ER case work, spotting and assessing the risks and advising managers on how to mitigate or find resolutions to those risks which are in the best interest for British Heart Foundation (BHF).
Youll take ownership of your own case work from beginning to end and responsibility for the advisory solutions ensuring best practice timescales are adhered to. You will also ensure any risks or concerns are flagged.
Working arrangements
This is a blended role, where your work will be dual located between your home and our London Office. Please note this is a 9 month fixed term contract.
At BHF we believe in the power of being together, so our colleagues on blended contracts can expect to spend some time in their office, at least one day each week, on average. The use of our office spaces is driven in part by your role and the activities you need to do. This may vary from time to time, so you will need to work in a flexible way to unlock your best work for our cause.
Need more help balancing your work and home life? Talk to us about what flexibility is available at the application or interview stage.
About you
With a CIPD Level 5 minimum qualification, or equivalent, you'll have extensive HR knowledge and understanding around best practice. You'll also have an up-to-date ER and Employment law knowledge, and understand ACAS code of Practise and be knowledgeable on the Equality Act.
Youll have substantial experience managing complex casework, including dismissals and discrimination.
You are able to weigh up complex evidence and reach sound conclusions that are fair and reasonable while protecting the business. You have the proven experience of navigating legal complexities and negotiating successful resolutions swiftly.
Ideally, you will have ER specialist experience confidently managing a high volume of cases in a large organisation. Additionally, experience of tribunal case preparation, restructuring, redundancy, and TUPE would be highly advantageous.
A highly effective team player, youll have excellent communication skills and be able to build trust and rapport quickly. With strong time management skills, youll be resilient and work well under pressure to multiple and conflicting deadlines.
Were looking for someone with a passion for all things employee relations who will be an ambassador for the People Relations team. Willing to challenge and influence managers, youll encourage them to be the decision makers as well as positively challenge the status quo on process, policy and procedure.
BenefitsOur benefits include:
30 days annual leave plus bank holidays
Private medical insurance, dental health cover, and money towards gym membership.
Pension scheme with employer contribution up to 10%.
Full pay for 12 weeks for family leave including maternity, paternity and adoption leave.
Life assurance.
Extra paid leave of up to 10 days to support colleagues who may need more time off work to look after themselves or others close to them.
We're CIPD-recognised for our Live Well. Work Well programme, and we're on a mission to make heart health a priority, starting with you. From home to the office, we're here to inspire and guide your journey to a healthier, happier life.
To find out more about the benefits available at the BHF please download our benefits document at the bottom of our advert page.
Interview process
First stage interviews will be a short one-way video interview, successful candidates will then be invited to attend an interview via MS Teams.
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Location: Regent's Park, GB
Posted Date: 11/28/2024
Contact Information
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