Senior Employer Relations Specialist / Lead to join a busy HR department handling complex ER Cases As a Senior Employee Relations Specialist, you will lead the resolution of complex, high-risk, sensitive employee relations cases, support managers, ensuring consistent application of policies, employment law compliance, and effective conflict resolution. Key Responsibilities Manage and resolve complex ER cases, including grievances, disciplinary, dismissals, complex absence management, ill health, performance, bullying, harassment, mental health, investigations, hearings. Act as the primary liaison for unions with involvement in complex ER cases. Provide expert guidance to managers and HRBPs on ER best practices, employment law, and policy interpretation. Conduct thorough, impartial investigations and prepare detailed reports with recommendations. Monitor ER trends and proactively identify opportunities for training, policy updates, and risk mitigation. Support change management initiatives and organisational restructuring from an ER perspective. ✅ What We’re Looking For Experienced Senior HR professional - HR Manager, HRBP, ER Consultant, ER Manager Proven experience in a senior ER role, within a unionised environment Strong knowledge of employment law, ACAS Code of Practice, and policy Exceptional communication, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills. Ability to manage multiple complex cases with discretion and professionalism. CIPD qualification is highly desirable. - MCIPD preferred but not essential if have experience The offer Interim contract working via Hays on a 2-3 month temporary contract scope for longer 3 days per week on site in Bournemouth, Dorset PAYE or Umbrella Company What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. 4706134