Employee Relations Advisor

Why Join Us We are looking for an experienced ER Advisor to join our team on a 6-month fixed-term contract. The role is currently based at our Upminster office, with an upcoming move to our Brentwood location. The successful candidate will provide first-line Employee Relations support to line managers, advising on a range of people management matters including sickness absence, AWOL cases, family-friendly policies (including maternity and paternity leave), flexible working requests, and grievance and disciplinary cases. This is an excellent opportunity for an ER professional who enjoys providing practical guidance and ensuring people matters are managed fairly, consistently, and in line with company policies and employment legislation. What You'll Be Doing Providing Employee Relations advice and support on sickness absence, AWOL cases, family-friendly policies, flexible working requests, and low risk disciplinary and grievance matters. Managing and maintaining accurate Employee Relations case records, escalating complex or high-risk matters to the appropriate HR Business Partner when required. Preparing and issuing correspondence, including invitations, outcome letters and supporting documentation. Coaching and supporting managers through Employee Relations processes, including investigations, hearings, report writing and case outcomes. Providing support through the HR Advice Inbox, ensuring queries are handled promptly and professionally. Maintaining employee records and HR systems, including updating Occupational Health outcomes and disciplinary sanctions. Producing management information and reports on Employee Relations activity, trends and case volumes. Identifying Employee Relations training needs and delivering webinars, guidance and training sessions for line managers. Ensuring employee data is accurately recorded, securely maintained and processed in accordance with GDPR requirements and company best practice. What We're Looking For Knowledge & Experience Experience working in a high-volume Employee Relations advisory role, providing telephone-based support. Strong IT capability, with particular proficiency in Microsoft Office and HR information systems. Confident coach with excellent questioning and influencing skills. Ability to assess risk and support outcome-focused, commercially sound decisions. Excellent administrative, organisational and communication skills. Proven ability to work effectively in a challenging, fast-paced environment and manage tight deadlines. Strong, up-to-date knowledge of UK employment law. Experience collating, analysing and evaluating information to support decision-making. Ability to build and maintain credible working relationships with stakeholders at all levels. Self-motivated and self-aware, with a commitment to continuous personal and professional development. Specific Qualifications Membership of CIPD or demonstrable HR experience. Previous experience in an ER role. Experience of high volume ER case support Strong employee relations knowledge When you join us, you will receive: Salary: Up to £42.000 p/a pro rata (depending on experience) Car Allowance: £3,596 p/a pro rata (where own car is used for business travel) 25 days annual leave + Bank Holidays (pro rata) Generous contributory pension scheme of matched contributions between 5% and 6% max. Life Assurance (as part of the Company Pension Scheme). Don’t miss out on this great opportunity, apply today by clicking on the ‘apply’ button. Requisition ID 2026-9006 Providing Employee Relations advice and support on sickness absence, AWOL cases, family-friendly policies, flexible working requests, and low risk disciplinary and grievance matters. Managing and maintaining accurate Employee Relations case records, escalating complex or high-risk matters to the appropriate HR Business Partner when required. Preparing and issuing correspondence, including invitations, outcome letters and supporting documentation. Coaching and supporting managers through Employee Relations processes, including investigations, hearings, report writing and case outcomes. Providing support through the HR Advice Inbox, ensuring queries are handled promptly and professionally. Maintaining employee records and HR systems, including updating Occupational Health outcomes and disciplinary sanctions. Producing management information and reports on Employee Relations activity, trends and case volumes. Identifying Employee Relations training needs and delivering webinars, guidance and training sessions for line managers. Ensuring employee data is accurately recorded, securely maintained and processed in accordance with GDPR requirements and company best practice. Knowledge & Experience Experience working in a high-volume Employee Relations advisory role, providing telephone-based support. Strong IT capability, with particular proficiency in Microsoft Office and HR information systems. Confident coach with excellent questioning and influencing skills. Ability to assess risk and support outcome-focused, commercially sound decisions. Excellent administrative, organisational and communication skills. Proven ability to work effectively in a challenging, fast-paced environment and manage tight deadlines. Strong, up-to-date knowledge of UK employment law. Experience collating, analysing and evaluating information to support decision-making. Ability to build and maintain credible working relationships with stakeholders at all levels. Self-motivated and self-aware, with a commitment to continuous personal and professional development. Specific Qualifications Membership of CIPD or demonstrable HR experience. Previous experience in an ER role. Experience of high volume ER case support Strong employee relations knowledge When you join us, you will receive: Salary: Up to £42.000 p/a pro rata (depending on experience) Car Allowance: £3,596 p/a pro rata (where own car is used for business travel) 25 days annual leave + Bank Holidays (pro rata) Generous contributory pension scheme of matched contributions between 5% and 6% max. Life Assurance (as part of the Company Pension Scheme). Don’t miss out on this great opportunity, apply today by clicking on the ‘apply’ button.