Employee relations advisor

Are you an experienced HR professional looking to take ownership of varied, fast‑paced Employee Relations work in a supportive and collaborative environment? This is an exciting opportunity to join a highly engaged HR Shared Service team as an Employee Relations Advisor, providing expert guidance across a large, multi‑site organisation.

You’ll play a key role in delivering commercial, consistent and legally compliant ER advice, helping managers navigate complex situations with confidence. If you enjoy problem‑solving, coaching leaders and working in a dynamic environment, this role offers the perfect platform to grow.

What You’ll Be Doing

* Providing professional, telephone‑based ER advice to colleagues, managers and senior leaders

* Coaching managers to achieve fair, balanced and commercially sound outcomes

* Managing a wide range of ER cases end‑to‑end, including disciplinaries, grievances, appeals and long‑term sickness

* Attending hearings for complex cases when required

* Ensuring all advice is impartial, consistent, legally compliant and aligned with company policy

* Identifying risks and advising on potential implications or costs

* Participating in weekend and bank holiday emergency phone cover (approx. seven times per year, with additional allowance)

You’ll begin with full office‑based training in Northampton, moving to a hybrid pattern (2–3 days in the office) once fully onboarded.

What We’re Looking For

* Experience in a similar HR or ER advisory role

* Strong working knowledge of UK employment legislation

* Excellent communication skills and the ability to influence at all levels

* Confident handling sensitive or complex situations

* Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple cases

* Ability to work under pressure in a fast‑paced environment

* A driving licence and access to transport

What’s In It for You

You’ll be supported with excellent training and development opportunities, with clear pathways to progress your career. You’ll also benefit from a comprehensive package including:

* Performance‑related bonus

* Contributory pension scheme

* Colleague discount and access to a wide range of retail offers

* Private medical insurance

* Life insurance

* Employee Assistance Programme and financial wellbeing tools

* Save‑As‑You‑Earn and Buy‑As‑You‑Earn schemes

* A range of voluntary and company‑funded benefits