Employee Relations Lead

Employee Relations Manager
(known internally in BCC as Employee Relations Lead)

6 month Fixed Term Contract. Grade 6 – £54,495-£64,811. Working 36.5 hours per week.

We’re looking for an experienced Employee Relations Manager to join our Employee Relations team, supporting the delivery of a high‑quality, professional ER service across Birmingham City Council. This is a Manager role reporting to the Head of Employee Relations.

• Lead and manage a team delivering expert advice on:
  • Conduct and disciplinary matters
  • Capability and performance
  • Attendance management
  • Grievances
  • TUPE
• Act as senior lead on complex and high‑risk ER cases
• Support major organisational projects (e.g. TUPE, redundancy, consultation)
• Ensure consistent application of People Policies across the organisation
• Develop strong partnerships with senior leaders and stakeholders
• Drive performance, service quality, and customer satisfaction
• Provide insights and reporting to inform strategic decision‑making
• Work collaboratively with legal advisors and manage external ER support where required

• Hold CIPD Level 7
• Significant experience managing complex employee relations casework
• Experience working in a unionised environment
• Strong knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice
• Proven leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop teams
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
• Ability to provide strategic advice and support

This is a fantastic opportunity to shape how employee relations supports our workforce and delivers meaningful organisational outcomes.

Birmingham City Council is an accredited Disability Confident Leader employer, and we are committed to employing, retaining and developing all of our people.

Proof of Right to Work in the UK will be required for all applicants in accordance with UK Home Office requirements, before any employment offer can be confirmed. Sponsorship is not available for this post; applicants must have the right to work in the UK that does not require employer sponsorship for the duration of the appointment.

Birmingham City Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our citizens and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. You can view our Corporate Safeguarding Policy here.