Employee Relations Advisor
We are seeking experienced Employee Relations Advisors to manage complex casework and support managers in a fast paced, people focused organisation.
Position: Employee Relations Advisor
Salary: £36,073 per annum dependant on experience
Location: Manchester, Trafford with hybrid working 20 to 40 percent office based
Hours: 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Contract: Permanent and Fixed Term Contract opportunities available
Closing Date: 8 March 2026 at 23:00
Interview Date: Multi stage process which may include an in person interview
Early applications are encouraged as the advert may close ahead of the stated date. Previous applicants within the last 12 weeks may not apply.
About The Role
This is an opportunity to join a busy and collaborative Employee Relations team, supporting managers across a diverse and multi-site organisation. Reporting to an Employee Relations Team Manager, you will play a key role in delivering a high quality HR service and ensuring fair and consistent outcomes across a broad range of employee relations matters.
Key responsibilities
* Providing timely, high quality advice, guidance and coaching to managers on employee relations issues
* Managing a varied caseload including high volume and complex cases
* Taking ownership of cases from start to finish, ensuring accurate documentation and clear communication throughout
* Identifying trends and contributing to continuous improvement in employee relations practices
* Supporting the development of management capability through education and proactive guidance
About You
You will bring strong technical knowledge alongside the confidence to influence and support managers in a pragmatic and solutions focused way.
Qualifications and Experience
* A solid understanding of employment law
* CIPD qualification or demonstrable experience as an Employee Relations Advisor
* Experience managing high volume and complex casework within a multi-site organisation
* The ability to translate business challenges into practical and compliant solutions
* Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise effectively
* A proactive, collaborative approach with energy and enthusiasm for delivering an excellent service
About The Organisation
This organisation is one of the UK’s leading housing associations and developers, providing high quality homes to hundreds of thousands of people across London, the South East and the North West. With people at the heart of its mission, it is committed to creating inclusive communities and an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued.
Diversity and inclusion are central to how the organisation operates, with a strong focus on fairness, transparency and equal opportunity. Sustainability and long term social impact also underpin its work, reflecting a commitment to building better futures for the communities it serves.
Other roles you may have experience of
HR Advisor, Senior HR Advisor, People Advisor, HR Business Partner, Employee Relations Officer, HR Consultant, ER Consultant.
If you are looking to join a values driven organisation where your expertise in employee relations will make a tangible impact, we would welcome your application.
Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client – Not For Profit People.
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