Role: EMEA Employee Relations Consultant
Location: UK only (remote-based)
Duration: contract till end of October 2025 with possibility to extend
Start: as soon as possible
Our global tech client is looking for an Employee Relations Consultant to join their busy team. If you excel in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, hands-on problem-solving as much as strategic planning, and are keen to craft inventive solutions to complex business and HR issues, you are exactly who we’re looking for.
Your profile should include a strong interest in European Employment Law and a dedication to advancing Employee Relations in a multifaceted, global matrix organization. You might be an ER Manager or an HR Generalist with considerable hands-on experience in complex Employee Relations matters. Experience with employment law in the Middle East and/or Africa is a plus, but not mandatory.
Must be decisive, even with limited data, and can engage confidently with senior leaders, collaborating effectively in a global structure.
If you enjoy a lively work environment, juggling various tasks, and are a team player with a fun spirit, we're eager to have you on board.
The Role:
* Delivering expert consultation, support, and guidance in Employee Relations.
* Tackling issues regionally in partnership with our experts and leadership.
* Offering swift, proficient support with minimal touchpoints.
* Collaborating with external legal counsel to address complex issues and legal matters, including litigation, and applying legal recommendations thoughtfully.
* Employing mediation, facilitation, and coaching skills to aid managers and employees in early dispute resolution.
* Efficiently handling ER inquiries and maintaining a comprehensive case management system.
* Advising on aspects during mergers and restructuring.
* Leading and contributing to global initiatives to refine the framework.
About You:
* Empathetic, patient, and an excellent listener with a genuine openness to others.
* A collaborative team player who knows when to lead and when to pitch in.
* Skilled at coaching and influencing others, ready to propose solutions and act in the face of resistance when necessary.
* An analytical thinker with a knack for diagnosing and solving challenges.
* Proactive, not waiting for permission to take charge and achieve results.
* A builder of trust and rapport with a track record of fostering positive relationships with teams and leaders.
* An effective communicator at all organizational levels.
* Excited about the future and eager to grasp new opportunities.
* English is essential, additional languages a plus.
If this sounds like you – apply today!