EMPLOYEE RELATIONS PARTNER / LONDON OR MANCHESTER BASED / HYBRID AD HOC OFFICE VISITS / £35,000 - £48,000 / 9 MONTHS FIXED TERM CONTRACT Working collaboratively with the HRBP team and partnering with our internal legal team, the Employee Relations Partner will assess and resolve employee relations matters ensuring consistency across the region (APAC or EMEA) and alignment with WEX policies and practices. This position will help to ensure a fair and consistent approach, promoting a positive culture while minimizing risks. Internal Relationships * HR Business Partners: Collaborate to address employee concerns and align employee relations strategies with business objectives. * Line Managers and Supervisors: Provide guidance on handling employee issues and fostering a positive workplace environment. * Legal and Compliance Teams: Ensure workplace practices comply with local employment laws and regulations. * Payroll and Benefits Teams: Address employee inquiries related to compensation and benefits and any payroll related matters. * Senior Leadership: Report trends and insights on employee relations to inform decision-making. External Relationships * Mediation and Arbitration Services: Work with external bodies to resolve complex employee disputes. * Regulatory Authorities: Liaise with government agencies (e.g., ACAS in the UK) on employment compliance issues. * External Legal Counsel: Consult on employment law matters requiring specialist expertise. * Training Providers: Partner with vendors to deliver workshops on employee relations topics such as conflict resolution and workplace communication. What’s on Offer? * Competitive salary of between £35,000-£48,000 dependent upon experience and Location * Annual company bonus * 37.5 hour week- Monday to Friday, no evenings or weekends * Hybrid working from either our Manchester or London office (ad-hoc) * Industry leading pension * 25 days holidays plus bank holidays – with the opportunity to purchase additional holidays * Life assurance & Income protection * Discount & perks platform * GymFlex membership & Cycle2Work Scheme Key Responsibilities of the Employee Relations Partner: * Counsel and provide assistance to employees and all levels of management in employee or management issues, including, but not limited to, performance management, corrective action, restructuring/ reorg, legal issues, investigations, terminations, conflict management and injury and illness and long term absence. * Assist managers with addressing performance concerns, including reviewing performance expectation summaries and performance improvement plans, sitting in on meetings between managers and employees, and advising managers on appropriate courses of action. * Collect, prepare and analyze Employee Relations data including case tracking, performance trends, exit interviews, etc., and provide insights and recommendations to key stakeholders. * Work with the Employee Relations team and key stakeholders on the progression of continuous improvement initiatives and special projects. * Partner with external vendors, internal stakeholders, and managers to support employees with transitional return to work requests. * Collect, prepare and analyze Employee Relations data including case tracking, performance trends, exit interviews, etc., and provide insights and recommendations to key stakeholders. Experience You’ll Bring * In-depth knowledge of Employee Relations (ER), with a strong understanding of EMEA ER laws and compliance regulations. * Fluency in a European languages, such as French, Italian, Dutch, or German, would be advantageous to effectively communicate across diverse regions. * Proven experience advising and supporting employees and managers at all levels on a wide range of ER issues, such as performance management, corrective actions, restructuring/reorganizations, legal matters, investigations, terminations, and conflict resolution. * Demonstrated ability to assist managers in addressing performance concerns, including the development of performance improvement plans, participating in meetings, and offering guidance on appropriate actions. * Strong analytical skills with the ability to collect, prepare, and analyze ER data (such as case tracking, performance trends, and exit interviews) and provide actionable insights and recommendations to key stakeholders. * Proven track record of conducting investigations into policy violations, discrimination, bullying, and other workplace concerns, and providing clear recommendations to HRBPs and business leaders based on findings. What’s next? If you believe you have the experience for our Employee Relations Partner here at WEX then please APPLY TODAY for immediate consideration