ER Manager

4728499
  • Job type

    Permanent
  • Location

    Ipswich/Suffolk
  • Working Pattern

    Flexible Working,Full-time
  • Specialism

    Employee Relations
  • Industry

    Supply Chain & Logistics
  • Pay

    £55,000 - £65,000 + car allowance/car

Exciting Employee Relations Manager job in Suffolk

Your new role
Hays is proud to partner with a high-profile and rapidly evolving organisation in Suffolk (hybrid) to recruit an experienced Employee Relations Manager. This is a unique opportunity to shape workplace culture, lead strategic change, and build trusted relationships across a complex, multi-stakeholder environment.

You’ll play a pivotal role in delivering a consistent and effective HR service, supporting senior leaders and line managers through a wide range of employee relations and operational change activities.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Lead a team and deliver strategic ER initiatives
  • Lead and manage complex change programmes, including restructures, mobilisations, and performance management
  • Coach and advise senior stakeholders on ER matters, ensuring compliance and minimising risk
  • Build strong relationships with unions, managers, and employees to foster a positive employee experience
  • Promote continuous improvement and consistency in ER case handling
  • Lead on tribunal cases, whistleblowing investigations, and compliance matters
What you'll need to succeed
  • A solid track record in employee relations and change management
  • Proven ability to lead, inspire, and develop high-performing teams
  • Strong working knowledge of UK employment law and ER frameworks
  • Excellent communication, coaching, and stakeholder management skills
  • Strategic thinker with a collaborative, pragmatic, and solutions-focused approach
  • Experience working in complex, fast-paced environments with multiple stakeholders
What you'll get in return
A competitive reward package including 25 days annual leave, a strong pension scheme, bonus potential, and the choice of a car or car allowance. The organisation offers hybrid working and a comprehensive set of benefits designed to support your wellbeing and career development.

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call Louisa London, Senior HR Appointments across East Anglia and Essex.
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