Employee Relations Specialist

<p>We are seeking an experienced <strong>Employee Relations Specialist</strong> on a permanent basis to join a small, supportive People Partnering team based in central London. This is a dynamic, fast‑paced role where you will manage a varied employee relations caseload and act as a trusted advisor to leaders and HR colleagues. You&#8217;ll tailor your advice thoughtfully to the cultures of the various sites while ensuring decisions remain aligned with policy and employment law.</p> <div> You&#8217;ll work with a high degree of autonomy, using your judgement to navigate sensitive and complex matters, while still benefiting from the guidance and support of a Senior People Partner and a collaborative team dedicated to your professional development. This role offers the opportunity to make a tangible impact across a large educational community.</p> <p> The work will involve providing timely, high‑quality advice on a broad range of employee relations issues, managing cases confidently from start to finish, and developing strong, credible relationships with HR contacts and school leaders. You&#8217;ll apply UK employment law and HR best practice to real-world challenges, adapting your approach to fit varying school contexts and ensuring consistency and fairness throughout.</p> <p> To succeed in this role, you will bring a CIPD Level 5 qualification or equivalent experience, along with strong, demonstrable expertise in employee relations-ideally gained within the education sector. You should have a solid understanding of UK employment law, the ability to manage a busy caseload independently, and excellent communication and interpersonal skills that help you build trust quickly. A pragmatic, adaptable approach is essential, as is the ability to handle sensitive issues with discretion, emotional intelligence, and sound judgement.</p> <p> Hybrid policy is two days in the offices based in Victoria, London </p></div> </p> <p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/UmViZWNjYWJlYXJkd2VsbC4yNDQ5OS4xMTMwOUBtb3JnYW5sYXcuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif"></p>