HR Strategic Partner Hybrid

HR Strategic Partner (Employee Relations) - £305.14 Inside IR35 - Edinburgh (Hybrid) - 6 months

Lorien is supporting a key public sector organisation in the recruitment of an experienced HR Strategic Partner to provide expert advice and leadership across Employee Relations, workforce matters and organisational change. This role will work closely with senior leaders and stakeholders, supporting complex casework, trade union engagement and the delivery of people-focused solutions within a large and complex environment.

Title: HR Strategic Partner (Employee Relations)
Duration: 6 months Initially
Location: Edinburgh (Hybrid)
Rate: £305.14 per day

• .Significant experience managing complex Employee Relations cases within a large organisation.
• . Experience advising senior managers on high-risk workforce matters.
• . Strong background working with Trade Unions and employee representatives.
• . Experience conducting or supporting disciplinary, grievance, absence and performance management processes.
• . Strong understanding of UK Employment Law and Employee Relations best practice.
• . Experience providing strategic HR advice within a complex stakeholder environment.
• . Ability to build credibility and influence senior leaders and management teams.
• . Experience supporting organisational change, restructures and workforce consultations.
• . Strong stakeholder management, communication and negotiation skills.
• . Experience analysing workforce issues and identifying practical people solutions.
• . Ability to manage sensitive and confidential matters with professionalism and sound judgement.

• .Public sector, justice sector or wider government experience.
• . Experience supporting Employment Tribunal preparation and legal case management.
• . Experience developing or reviewing HR policies and procedures.
• . Experience delivering training, coaching or guidance to managers on Employee Relations matters.
• . Knowledge of Equality Act 2010 and inclusive employment practices.
• . CIPD qualification or equivalent HR professional accreditation.