411438 Employee Relations Contract Manager Maritime and Coastguard Agency Apply before 11:55 pm on Sunday 13th July 2025 ?? Location: Southampton (Hybrid) ?? Salary: £34,233 - A Civil Service Pension with an employer contribution of 28.97% ?? Contract Type: Permanent Flexible working, Full-time, Job share, Part-time This new and varied opportunity is part of the MCA HRs Employee Relations team and will work collaboratively with MCA and Department for Transport (DfT) leaders to enable the DfT Group HR Model. The role holder will be responsible for the effective delivery of the MCAs Occupational Health and Employee Assistance Programme contracts, as well as the associated HR policies and procedures. Top Responsibilities The day-to-day management of the MCAs Occupational Health and Employee Assistance Programme contracts, acting as an escalation point to ensure fit for purpose provisions that are aligned to business need. To ensure robust service levels agreements and a high level of governance, attending regular relationship meetings to address concerns and drive continual improvement. Collaborate with the Employee Relations Lead to carry out relevant procurement activities including needs assessments, supplier selection and embedding new contracts. Work with both external and internal stakeholders to ensure fit for purpose health standards and fitness tests and associated procedures are in place for operational roles, overseeing the managed recall service provided by Occupational Health. Benefits Employer pension contribution of 28.97% of your salary. Read more about Civil Service Pensions here 25 days annual leave, increasing by 1 day each year of service (up to a maximum of 30 days annual leave). 8 Bank Holidays plus an additional Privilege Day to mark the Kings birthday. Access to the staff discount portal. Excellent career development opportunities and the potential to undertake professional qualifications relevant to your role paid for by the department, such as CIPD, Prince2, apprenticeships, etc. Joining a diverse and inclusive workforce with a range of staff communities to support all our colleagues. 24-hour Employee Assistance Programme providing free confidential help and advice for staff. Flexible working options where we encourage a great work-life balance. About you To succeed in this role, you have experience of managing a HR related service delivery contract, including monitoring supplier performance and reviewing the terms of contracts and/or service level agreements. You are a natural communicator with strong interpersonal, influencing and negotiating skills. You are comfortable in having challenging conversations and providing direction when needed. You have the ability to establish relationships quickly, with a wide range of internal and external senior stakeholders. If not already held, the successful post holder will be required to work towards a CIPD qualification (Level 5) when in post. How to Apply ?? Read the full job description and apply here https://bit.ly/4nlxqYO This vacancy closes at 23:55 on Sunday 13 th July 2025.