Senior Industrial Relations Advisor (Hybrid/Inside ir35)
About the Role
I am looking for an experienced and strategic Industrial Relations leader to shape and deliver our long-term approach to employee and trade union engagement. This role plays a critical part in supporting organisational transformation, ensuring strong governance, and fostering collaborative, productive relationships with trade unions.
You'll act as the organisation's senior IR expert, advising leadership on risk, compliance, and labour market developments, while leading collective bargaining, negotiations, and dispute resolution. Working closely with HR, Legal, and operational leaders, you'll ensure industrial relations strategy aligns with our wider People and Culture ambitions and transformation agenda.
This is a high-impact role for someone who thrives in complex environments and can balance organisational priorities with positive workforce outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
1. Lead and deliver the organisation's long-term Industrial Relations strategy
2. Act as the primary senior contact for trade unions and employee representatives
3. Lead collective bargaining and complex negotiations
4. Manage disputes, grievances, and mediation to avoid escalation
5. Advise senior leaders on IR risk, employment law, and labour market trends
6. Ensure full compliance with emplo...