Employee & Labor Relations Investigations Manager UK & South Africa

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Job Function:

Human Resources

Job Sub Function:

Employee & Labor Relations

Job Category:

Professional

All Job Posting Locations:

High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom, Maidenhead, Berkshire, United Kingdom

Job Description:

Employee & Labor Relations Investigations Manager UK & South Africa

Location: High Wycombe - Maidenhead, UK

Full-time, Permanent role, Hybrid work arrangement

Are you an experienced professional in Employee Relations and Investigations? We are excited to invite you to be a key player in enhancing workplace culture in the EMEA region! As our Employee & Labor Relations Investigations Manager UK & South Africa, you will lead the charge in crafting a respectful and compliant working environment.

Reporting directly to the Employee Relations Investigations and Excellence Leader, you'll have a significant influence on employee relations strategy, ensuring fair treatment and resolutions across the organization. Your expertise will play a pivotal role in leading ER investigations, guiding key stakeholders, and ensuring adherence to employment laws.

What You'll Do Employee Relations Investigations:

• Conduct comprehensive investigations into critical issues such as harassment and discrimination, leading to timely and justified outcomes.

• Create detailed, impactful investigation reports that uphold our standards of accountability and transparency.

• Collaborate with stakeholders to implement disciplinary actions in alignment with investigation results.

• Juggle multiple investigations and cases, maintaining professionalism and sensitivity across the board.

Case Management:

• Manage a diverse portfolio of ER cases, from straightforward queries to intricate, sensitive challenges.

• Offer expert guidance and support to both employees and management on complex ER matters.

Stakeholder Management:

• Cultivate strong relationships with HR partners, legal teams, and other key figures across the organization.

• Serve as a trusted advisor, providing actionable recommendations to enhance workplace relations.

• Work closely with ERLR teams on cross-country investigations to bolster compliance with local regulations.

Compliance and Continuous Improvement:

• Stay abreast of local employment laws and ensure alignment in all investigative and employee relations practices.

• Champion a culture of excellence in ER investigations, implementing best practices and innovative processes.

Additional Contributions:

• Counsel HR and leadership on nuanced employee relations challenges, helping to interpret complex regulations and procedures.

• Drive resolutions for employee grievances and facilitate communications between impacted parties.

• Document and share insights from investigations to foster a knowledge-sharing environment.

What We're Looking For

We would love to hear from you if you possess:

• A Bachelor's degree in law, human resources, or a related field (advanced degrees or certifications in Employee Relations are a plus).

• A minimum of 7 years of solid experience in employee relations or HR, specifically in investigations, in the UK (South Africa is nice to have).

• Proven expertise in managing investigations in a corporate setting and navigating sensitive matters with diplomacy.

Key Skills:

• Deep understanding of local employment laws and regulations for the UK (South Africa is nice to have) to inform sound decision-making.

• Exceptional investigative skills with a strong commitment to fairness and integrity.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities, combined with excellent written and oral communication skills.

• Ability to thrive in fast-paced environments, managing multiple cases simultaneously with finesse.

• Proficiency in English, written and spoken.