ER Business Partner 3-6 Month FTC

Key Responsibilities

• Provide professional, practical advice and guidance to line managers on employee relations matters.
• Coach and support managers, offering timely and accessible first-line support on people issues.
• Take full ownership of ER cases, including capability, disciplinary, and grievance processes.
• Attend hearings and tribunals as required, preparing documentation and supporting managers throughout.
• Act as an escalation point for HR support teams.
• Identify emerging trends and proactively recommend solutions.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of employment legislation and best practice.

Collaborating with HR and Business Partners

• Work closely with HR colleagues to ensure a consistent, customer-focused service.
• Build strong partnerships with HR and organisational development teams.
• Share insights and escalate issues where appropriate to support wider organisational objectives.

Data Analysis and Reporting

• Produce regular ER dashboards and reports, identifying and analysing trends.
• Work with senior stakeholders to interpret data and implement improvements.
• Proactively identify risks and opportunities based on ER insights.

Training and Development

• Design and deliver people management training programmes for managers.
• Develop and lead initiatives such as “lunch and learn” sessions.
• Provide tailored coaching to address specific development needs.
• Continuously assess future training requirements and develop relevant programmes.

Occupational Health and Wellbeing

• Lead relationships with occupational health providers to ensure high-quality support and reporting.
• Oversee wellbeing initiatives, campaigns, and events.
• Develop and implement a workplace wellbeing strategy to support colleagues.

Measures of Success

• Achievement of individual objectives and service level agreements.
• Delivery of an excellent ER service across the organisation.
• Positive feedback from managers, colleagues, and HR peers.
• Demonstration of strong collaboration and relationship-building.
• Consistent role modelling of organisational values and behaviours.

About the Role

This position offers the opportunity to shape and deliver a high-quality, supportive, and responsive employee relations service. It is suited to someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys solving complex people challenges, and is passionate about improving the employee experience.

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