Employee Relations, Risk and Benefits Manager

Our client seeks an exceptional Employee Relations, Risk and Benefits Manager to join their People & Culture team.

They're known for their culture, strong governance, and genuine commitment to their people - and now they need a seasoned HR leader to continue to drive that mission forward.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide strategic leadership, guidance, and support to the Head of People and Culture and the broader People and Culture team on all Employee Relations matters.
• Oversee the efficient management of ER matters including grievances, disciplinary processes, and employment contract drafting and review.
• Ensure ongoing compliance with labour legislation, basic conditions of employment, and union-related obligations.
• Lead negotiations and consultations in unionised environments where required.
• Oversee the administration, governance, and employee experience delivery of employee benefits across the business.
• Lead and coordinate People and Culture Risk and Governance activities, including the development, implementation, and review of policies, risk assessments, controls, and governance frameworks.
• Support ad hoc People and Culture projects and initiatives as required by the business
• Act as a trusted subject matter expert on employment law, legal compliance, and employee advocacy.

• Postgraduate degree in Legal Studies or CIPD Level 5 qualification (essential); a further qualification in conciliation and arbitration is advantageous.
• 5-7 years' experience in People & Culture / Human Resources Management with a focus on People Risk and Benefits.
• Minimum 5 years' demonstrated Employee Relations experience at management level, covering grievances, disciplinary matters, employment contracts, and collective agreements.
• Experience handling negotiations and consultations in a unionised environment (advantageous).
• Experience operating in a multi-national environment covering at least two jurisdictions (advantageous).
• Strong competencies in dispute resolution, employee advocacy, legal advisory and interpretation, and legal compliance.
• Excellent interpersonal and influencing skills, with the ability to challenge ideas constructively and build effective working relationships at all levels.
• High attention to detail with strong analytical, documentation, and communication skills.

This is a rare opportunity to step into a high-profile, broad-ranging senior HR role within one of the island's most respected financial services employers.

Isle of Man

Permanent

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