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The Employee Relations Case Lead is responsible for managing complex employee relations cases across the UK&I region, ensuring fair and legally compliant resolutions. The role requires strong knowledge of UK employment law and excellent communication skills. Candidates should have proven experience in managing ER cases and the ability to handle sensitive matters with discretion. This position offers opportunities for policy development and stakeholder engagement.
Job Responsibility:
Lead and manage a portfolio of ER cases including disciplinary, grievance, performance, long-term sickness, and conduct matters
Ensure all casework is accurately documented, legally compliant, and resolved in a timely and fair manner
Manage flexible working requests, changes to terms and conditions, and exit processes
Support the delivery of formal processes including redundancy consultations and TUPE transfers
Provide expert guidance to line managers and HR Business Partners on employment law and ER best practices
Coach stakeholders on conflict resolution, policy interpretation, and procedural fairness
Escalate cases appropriately while maintaining ownership of resolution pathways
Contribute to the design and refresh of ER policies and toolkits
Support investigations, whistleblowing cases, and Subject Access Requests (DSARs)
Identify ER trends and recommend proactive interventions to mitigate risk
Partner with Legal, Compliance, Reward, and other Centres of Excellence to ensure aligned ER practices
Liaise with internal business stakeholders to support commercial decisions with people impact
Act as a trusted advisor in restructuring, M&A, and organisational change initiatives
Requirements:
Proven experience in managing complex ER cases in a fast-paced, matrixed organisation
Strong knowledge of UK employment law and HR policy frameworks
Excellent communication, coaching, and stakeholder management skills
Ability to handle sensitive matters with discretion and professionalism
Experience working with cross-functional teams including Legal and Compliance
What we offer:
Range of tailored benefits that support your physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing