We’re looking for an Employee Relations Manager to join us in Bradford. (Maternity cover) The main purpose of the role is to help deliver high quality and consistent Employee Relations service, including providing Employee Relations advice, support and coaching line managers across the end-to-end employee lifecycle. End to end case management, supporting business change, ensuring the business is equipped to make the right decisions both commercially and in accordance to risk profile. Working as part of the small Employee Relations Team, you will help us to deliver an efficient ER service to Liberty Global across its UK and Netherlands business. The role will include: Employee Relations Case Management – proactively advising and supporting Line Managers regarding ER employment issues such as sickness absence, performance management etc. Working proactively with People Business Partners providing timely and accurate advice Carrying out case reviews assessing risk and advising accordingly – management of complex cases Attendance at meetings where appropriate Provide timely and accurate advice to Line Managers in ER process, procedures, and ER Policy and employment law risk Supporting Liberty Global with Restructures, TUPE, settlements, and other business change processes with people impact Supporting with People Policy development and Line Manager support tools. Working with wider business stakeholders on ad hoc People Projects Analysis of ER data, business insights – proactively highlighting trends Preparation of Employment Tribunal bundles Delivery of Line Manager skills training as required What will you be doing? Develop relationships and work closely with key business stakeholders (People Business Partners, Line management and people team) Identify and escalate high risk issues to Snr ER Manager and key stakeholders. Create and maintain accurate documentation, trackers, and data. Data analysis production and reporting as required. Provide and facilitate technical training to Line Managers as required. Ensure a high level of confidentiality. Understand the needs of internal customers and support the continuous improvement of the ER team and service. Support NL as required. We tend to look for people with: Essential Skills: At least 3 years’ experience either working as an ER Manager/ ER case management or generalist HR Advisor role with high level of ER exposure ideally within a customer orientated commercial environment. A solid understanding of UK employment legislation, its application and best practice A broad understanding of the employee lifecycle Strong analytical skills and ability to interpret data, trends, and insights. Demonstration of proactive commercially based approach to case management and risk Experience of supporting Business Change initiatives such as TUPE and Re structures Experience with working closely with stakeholders effectively, resolving issues and understanding drivers/needs, building good relationships with internal and external departments and 3rd party organisation Good interpersonal skills, with the ability to work across cultural boundaries Self-motivated proactive goal oriented, well-organised, adaptable, and resilient Good knowledge of with Microsoft Office products, HR systems Demonstrates confidence in communication with all levels of the organization. Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines. Demonstrates ability to deal with ambiguity. Has some exposure to managing ACAS and ET claims. PREFERRED EDUCATION/ QUALIFICATIONS: A university degree CIPD qualification in the UK What’s in it for you? Competitive salary Bonus where applicable 25 days annual leave with the option to purchase 5 more Access to wellbeing and mental health benefits such as the Calm app, personal medical, critical illness cover and dental insurance Matched pension contribution up to 10% Access to our car benefit scheme Access to our online learning platform to continue to develop and grow your career with us The chance to join an innovative, fast-paced and passionate team Who we are: Liberty Blume, a Liberty Global company, is a rapidly growing business services provider, specialising in tech-enabled back-office solutions. Our mission is to deliver efficiency, scale and value to our customers through Business, Procurement and Financial Solutions. If you’re curious, customer centric and enjoy being one step ahead, join us on our scale up journey and unlock your freedom to grow! Liberty Global is an equal opportunity employer, committed to an inclusive environment and accommodating all candidates. We’re eager to hear from you, no matter your background.