Job Title: Employee Relations Business Partner
Location: Edinburgh – Hybrid
Salary: Competitive DOE
Benefits: Exceptional benefits
Avenue Scotland are currently recruiting an excellent opportunity for an experienced Employee Relations professional to join a reputable and well-established legal firm. You will play a key role in shaping and maintaining a positive employee experience, supporting leaders and employees in fostering a fair, consistent, and engaging workplace culture.
This role will suit someone with strong knowledge of employment law, experience handling complex casework, and a passion for delivering pragmatic, people-centred solutions.
Key Responsibilities:
* Design and deliver effective employee relations strategies and initiatives that support positive working relationships.
* Provide expert advice and guidance to managers on policies, procedures, and best practice across all aspects of employee relations.
* Lead on grievance, disciplinary, and capability matters—ensuring thorough, timely, and impartial investigations.
* Support managers in addressing performance concerns and developing action plans where necessary.
* Act as a mediator to resolve workplace conflicts and facilitate constructive dialogue between employees and leaders.
* Deliver coaching and training to managers on handling ER matters confidently and in line with company policy.
* Review and analyse ER trends and data to identify risks and areas for improvement, providing recommendations to enhance employee engagement.
* Work closely with internal stakeholders, including Diversity & Inclusion, to ensure consistent and inclusive policy application.
* Monitor employee morale and propose initiatives to maintain a high-performing, engaged workforce.
* Support generalist HR activity where required and contribute to broader HR projects.
Essential Experience & Skills:
* Previous experience in a similar employee relations-focused HR role.
* Strong working knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practices.
* Demonstrated ability to manage complex casework with a calm, methodical, and impartial approach.
* Excellent communication, interpersonal, and coaching skills.
* Proven mediation and conflict resolution abilities.
* Ability to handle sensitive matters with discretion and professionalism.
* Comfortable working independently while collaborating effectively with colleagues and stakeholders.
* Experience using HRIS and/or case management systems.
Desired Experience & Qualifications:
* Experience within a professional services or regulated environment.
* CIPD qualification or currently working towards it (or equivalent practical experience).
* Additional qualifications or training in mediation or employee relations.
For more information please contact Millie.
📞01383 628477
💻mdoherty@avenuescotland.co.uk