Senior Employee Relations Manager
JOB_53911884793272Job type
TemporaryLocation
PortsmouthWorking Pattern
Full-timeSpecialism
Er / IrIndustry
Government & Public ServicesPay
£24 - 28.19 paye, £28 to 33 umbrella
Senior Employer Relations Manager for a large organisation in Portsmouth
Interim Senior Employee Relations Manager to join a large-scale public sector organisation on an initial 3 months + contract via Hays
This is a critical leadership role within the HR function, responsible for providing oversight of employee relations (ER), including leading on complex ER cases and leading a specialist team, and ensuring the delivery of a high-quality, consistent and legally compliant ER service.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage a team of ER professionals, driving performance, capability, and service improvement
- Act as the senior escalation point for complex and high-risk ER cases, ensuring fair, consistent and legally compliant outcomes.
- Partner with senior stakeholders, HR Business Partners, and Trade Unions to deliver effective and collaborative solutions.
- Support the development and implementation of people strategies, ER policies, and cultural initiatives
- Lead case reviews and promote early resolution approaches in line with best practice
- Use data, insight, and trends to inform decision-making and improve ER service delivery
Person Specification
We are looking for an experienced HR professional who can operate at pace in a complex environment:
- Significant experience in employee relations leadership, ideally within the NHS or wider public sector
- Proven track record managing complex and sensitive ER casework
- Strong knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice
- Experience leading and developing high-performing teams
- Ability to influence and build relationships with senior stakeholders and Trade Unions
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced, changing environment and delivering short-term impact
3-month contract + potential for longer
Working via Hays on a weekly contract basis
PAYE or Umbrella options available.
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Senior Employee Relations ManagerJOB_539118847932722026-04-302026-07-30
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