Employee Relations & Policy Specialist

We’re partnering with a leading organisation on the outskirts of South Manchester to recruit an Employee Relations Investigator for an initial 12 month fixed term contract.

Employee Relations Specialist – People Policies and ProcessesManchesterSalary up to £57,700Permanent We’re partnering with a well-respected organisation that’s investing in a modern, people-first culture — and we’re looking for an experienced Employee Relations Specialist to help make it happen. This is a standout role for someone who loves being at the intersection of people, policy, and progress. You’ll be a go-to expert on all things ER — from developing best-in-class policies to guiding ER change projects and managing the Group’s ER systems and frameworks. What you’ll be doing Lead policy development: design, review, and modernise Group People Policies, processes and toolkits to keep them compliant, relevant and inclusive. Advise and influence: provide expert ER guidance to leaders and People Partners, helping navigate organisational change and complex ER matters. Own key relationships: manage the external provider for the Group ER Case Management System, ensuring smooth operation and continuous improvement. Collaborate widely: work with Trade Unions, Internal Comms, and Colleague Networks to implement change that lands well across the business. Drive improvement: keep pace with employment law developments, benchmark externally, and identify ways to strengthen ER practice and policy governance. Support at Group level: assist the Associate Director of Industrial Relations with union engagement and initiatives such as modern slavery compliance. What we’re looking for Strong Employee Relations background in a complex, multi-site or unionised environment. Solid grasp of UK employment law and policy frameworks. Proven ability to influence senior stakeholders and deliver pragmatic solutions. A proactive, improvement-focused mindset with the confidence to challenge where needed. Excellent communication skills and the ability to balance legal, commercial, and human considerations. Why this opportunity stands out You’ll be joining a progressive organisation that values expertise, autonomy, and fresh thinking. ER here is seen as a strategic enabler — and you’ll have the platform to make a real difference across the business. If you’re an ER professional who thrives on shaping policy, guiding change, and building constructive relationships — we’d love to talk Apply now to be considered for becoming part of this fantastic organisation. Since 2006, we've been helping talented people like you achieve their goal of working with the industry's elite. As specialist recruiters in the digital and IT, marketing and PR, or human resources sectors, whether you want to work for a global corporation or a disruptive start-up, our talent managers are perfectly placed to find you your dream job, whether permanent or contract. Apply now to transform your career! Equity, diversity, and inclusion are integral to everything that we do. We are committed to these values, and they are central to our mission. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and communities, and we are more than happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments that you may require.

HR AdvisorManchesterSalary up to £47,1503-6 month FTC We’re partnering with a leading organisation to recruit a HR Advisor for an initial 3-6 month fixed term contract. In this key role, you’ll support the organisation during a period of growth and transformation, providing advice to management on employee relations and management issues; creating, implementing and administering employee policies; using systems to access, input and compile data; acting as the point of contact for managers, employees and other HR team members. We are seeking a forward-thinking HR Advisor with excellent analytical and data skills, strong employee relations experience, strong employment law knowledge and well-developed business & personal judgment skills in resolving issues and the ability to engage colleagues at all levels of the organisation. The environment is fast paced and ever evolving. Therefore, it is essential that you’ll have a flexible approach and the ability to react quickly and confidently to people and business needs. This is a varied role, giving you the opportunity to utilise your generalist HR toolkit in a forward-thinking organisation that holds its people at the core of its values. This role will suit someone used to and comfortable working in past paced environments. The salary is up to £47,150 dependent on experience and the role hybrid working 3-4 days per week onsite in the office Apply now to be considered for becoming part of this continuously growing success story! Since 2006, we've been helping talented people like you achieve their goal of working with the industry's elite. As specialist recruiters in the digital and IT, marketing and PR, or human resources sectors, whether you want to work for a global corporation or a disruptive start-up, our talent managers are perfectly placed to find you your dream job, whether permanent or contract. Apply now to transform your career! Equity, diversity, and inclusion are integral to everything that we do. We are committed to these values, and they are central to our mission. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and communities, and we are more than happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments that you may require.