Employee Relations Advisor

  • Barclay Meade
  • City, Leeds
  • Oct 06, 2025
Contractor HR / Recruitment

Job Description

A well-established organisation is seeking an experienced Employee Relations Advisor to join their HR function on a 6-month contract (inside IR35).

This role offers the opportunity to work on a variety of employee relations matters, providing expert guidance to managers and supporting key people initiatives across a large, complex business.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide expert advice on a range of ER issues, including disciplinaries, grievances, absence management, and performance concerns.
  • Support line managers with day-to-day people processes such as flexible working, parental leave, and return-to-work interviews.
  • Liaise with HR Shared Services and specialist teams to ensure seamless delivery of core HR functions.
  • Contribute to continuous improvement of HR practices, policies, and operational processes.
  • Assist with TUPE and contract mobilisation/demobilisation activities.
  • Support broader HR initiatives such as talent planning, succession, and engagement.

Requirements:

  • Proven experience in an HR generalist or employee relations role.
  • Strong working knowledge of UK employment law and ER best practices.
  • Confident communicator with the ability to influence and coach managers at all levels.
  • Organised, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities.
  • Flexible to travel across the UK when required.