Senior Employee Relations Advisor - 1 Year FTC

About the Role

Our client based in East Dulwich, is seeking an experienced Senior Employee Relations Advisor to join their team.

As the Senior Employee Relations Advisor, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the employee experience.

Your expertise will guide the organisation in developing and implementing effective employee relations strategies, ensuring compliance with policies and best practises.

Required Experience

• CIPD Level 5 qualification, or equivalent professional HR experience
• Proven experience in employee relations or HR, ideally within the education sector
• Strong knowledge of employment law and best practises in employee relations
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport at all levels
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and conflict resolution

Key Responsibilities

• Provide specialist HR advice on complex employee relations matters across the school, including but not limited to disciplinary, grievance, capability, performance management, attendance, flexible working, redundancy and other formal employment procedures
• Provide practical, risk-based advice to managers on employment law, policy application and best practice
• Support and coach managers through investigations, hearings and appeals, ensuring procedural fairness and high-quality documentation
• Act as the HR advisor to the hearing chair in disciplinary hearings and similar meetings
• Ensure consistent application of policies and procedures
• Identify trends in employee relations cases and recommend proactive interventions
• Support organisational change projects, complex contract variations, and workforce restructuring activities
• Keep abreast of developments in employment law and best practice, advising on implications for the organisation

What Our Client Offers

• A supportive and inclusive work environment that values diversity and promotes professional growth.
• Defined contribution pension scheme with 10% employer contributions
• Free onsite parking and bicycle storage & free gym membership with discounted family rates
• Free lunches, tea and coffee all year round