Employee Relations Lead - Projects

Responsibilities

• Lead ER input for mergers, acquisitions, divestments, and transfers, including due diligence, TUPE analysis, and post-transfer integration.
• Partner with Legal, Compliance, HR, and business leaders to ensure M&A activity is compliant and colleague-focused.
• Plan and manage collective and individual consultation activities, ensuring clear communication and risk management.
• Provide expert guidance and escalation support for complex employee relations cases, including disciplinary, grievance, and performance matters.
• Identify ER risks and trends from casework and organizational change to drive policy improvements and manager coaching.
• Support the development of scalable ER processes, templates, and governance standards for change programmes.

Requirements

• Significant HR experience with a strong focus on employee relations and complex case management.
• Strong working knowledge of UK employment law, including TUPE, redundancy, and collective consultation.
• Proven experience supporting organizational change, such as restructures, mergers, or acquisitions.
• Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to advise senior leaders.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for drafting consultation materials and leadership updates.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and complex timelines in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• CIPD qualification or equivalent professional HR experience.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field.
• Knowledge of regulatory frameworks such as GDPR and SMCR.

Benefits

• 25 days of annual leave plus an extra WTW day.
• Comprehensive health and wellbeing package including private healthcare and life insurance.
• Defined contribution pension scheme with company matched contributions up to 10%.
• Hybrid working options and an employee assistance programme.
• Access to additional perks such as an electric vehicle scheme and cycle-to-work programme.

About the Company

WTW is a leading global advisory firm that helps clients manage risk and optimize outcomes. We are committed to fostering an inclusive culture and providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants.