ER Specialist - Workforce Change & Restructuring Specialist
Fixed Term Contract for 6 months, potential of extension
Salary: paying up to £75,000
London, Glasgow or Northampton with hybrid working
Oakleaf Partnership are supporting a global Bank that is seeking an interim experienced Workforce Change & Restructuring Specialist. This is a pivotal role for an HR professional with proven experience in driving large-scale organisational change programmes in complex, regulated environments.
The Opportunity
You will take end-to-end accountability for the HR workstream on a range of critical projects, including restructurings, redundancies, TUPE transfers, senior exits, outsourcing/insourcing, site closures, mergers and acquisitions. This is a highly visible role where you'll partner with senior stakeholders, works councils, and unions, ensuring change programmes are delivered with precision, compliance, and impact.
Key Responsibilities
Delivery of the HR workstream for workforce change and restructuring projects, ensuring full governance, controls, and reporting are met.
Lead people impact assessments, consultation strategies, and employee representative engagement.
Design and deliver clear communication and consultation plans in partnership with senior leaders.
Collaborate closely with HR Operations, Legal, and Career Transition Services to ensure smooth execution.
Provide expert advice on complex workforce change issues and influence senior decision-makers.
Identify risks, strengthen controls, and ensure adherence to regulatory standards.
Candidate Profile
Strong background in Employee Relations and experience with workforce change, restructuring, and HR M&A within large-scale, complex organisations.
Experience working with unions/works councils and handling consultation processes.
A commercial ER Specialist who can combine strategic thinking with hands-on delivery.
Resilient, detail-oriented, and confident operating at pace with senior stakeholders.
Previous experience in financial services, professional services, or another highly regulated sector would be advantageous.
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