Employee Relations Specialist

Responsibilities

• Provide end-to-end case management for employee relations issues, including disciplinary actions, performance management, grievances, and absence management.
• Act as a consultative partner to managers and leaders, providing guidance on HR policies, practices, and employment law.
• Support TUPE and redundancy projects, ensuring due diligence and consistency through data analysis and project management.
• Identify ER trends and develop HR guidance, tools, and templates to improve organizational approaches.
• Facilitate termination and exit processes for involuntary separations.
• Drive training programs and ideas to foster a fair, respectful, and constructive employee relations culture.

Requirements

• Proven experience within a Human Resources function with a specific focus on Employee Relations.
• Strong knowledge of employment law, including TUPE, Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A), and collective consultation.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint).
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage ambiguity.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for collaborating and influencing stakeholders.
• Ability to handle sensitive matters with high levels of discretion and confidentiality.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.

Benefits

• 25 days of annual leave plus an additional WTW relaxation 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 access to an employee assistance programme.
• Additional perks including electric vehicle schemes, cycle-to-work programs, and dental/optical cover.

About the Company

WTW is a leading global advisory firm that helps clients manage risk and optimize outcomes. We operate across various segments including Health, Wealth & Career, and Risk & Broking, providing professional expertise to clients in over 140 countries.