Employee Relations Manager

We are seeking experienced Employee Relations Advisors / Managers (Band 7 / Band 8a) to support a busy HR service within the NHS/public sector. This is an urgent contract roles (3 months initially) for professionals who can hit the ground running and manage a varied caseload at pace.

These will be based on site at Portsmouth hospital. 

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a high-volume caseload of complex employee relations cases including:
  • Disciplinaries
  • Grievances
  • Absence management
  • Performance/capability
• Provide expert, pragmatic ER advice to managers and stakeholders
• Lead on case management from start to resolution with minimal supervision
• Ensure compliance with employment law, NHS policies, and best practice
• Support hearings, investigations, and provide written outcome reports

Essential Requirements

• CIPD qualified (Level 5 or above) or equivalent ER qualification/experience
• Proven experience handling ER cases end-to-end, at pace
• Strong knowledge of UK employment law
• NHS or wider public sector experience is essential
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills

Desirable

• Previous Band 7/8a experience within NHS organisations
• Experience working within complex, unionised environments

What We Offer

• Competitive Band 7 / 8a hourly rate
• Immediate start available
• Opportunity to make an immediate impact within a high-demand service