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The University of Suffolk is seeking an experienced, immediately available Employee Relations and Change Manager to join our People & Organisational Development (POD) Directorate for a short interim period. This role is required to provide expert, solution‑focussed employee relations and change management support across the University. You will manage complex ER cases, advise and influence managers and senior leaders, and support the implementation of changes arising from changing and emerging legislation, ensuring legal compliance and best practice.
Job Responsibility:
Lead and manage complex employee relations casework (disciplinary, grievance, capability, sickness and wellbeing)
Provide advice on employment law, people policies, pay and benefits
Support and deliver organisational change projects
Contribute to the development and review of people policies and procedures, applying an equality, diversity and inclusion lens
Prepare clear, professional written communications, reports and correspondence
Act as a change agent, supporting transformation and continuous improvement across People services in response to workforce and succession planning requirements
Lead and contribute to training on employee relations and change matters
Requirements:
CIPD qualified (minimum Level 5) or equivalent demonstrable experience
Significant recent experience of managing complex employee relations and organisational change
Up‑to‑date knowledge of current and emerging / future employment legislation and best practice
Demonstrable understanding of strategic workforce planning
Proven ability to influence, negotiate and build strong working relationships at all levels
Experience of policy development and implementation
Experience of managing TUPE processes and complex People change work
A collaborative, professional and solution‑focused approach, with strong communication and analytical skills
Experience in the design and delivery of training on a range of HR / People matters
Ability to work autonomously on HR projects and cases, using your up-to-date knowledge and recent experience to maintain legal compliance
Ability to ‘roll your sleeves up’ and get involved in a range of HR projects and individual pieces of work
What we offer:
Generous annual leave entitlement of 25 days for Bands 1-4 and 30 days for Bands 5 and above, plus 8 bank holidays and any university closure days
Enjoy an extra day of paid leave on your birthday, subject to qualifying/service conditions
Flexible working, including family friendly policies
Competitive workplace pension scheme (USS) – with an employer contribution rate of 14.5%, tax relief on contributions and life cover
Staff discounts at a number of local amenities in Ipswich
Discounted membership at Adastral Park Leisure and Sports
Access to a range of high-quality learning and development opportunities
Discounted rates for staff approved to study a UoS undergraduate or postgraduate course, subject to a set of criteria and conditions