Manager / Sr Manager Employee Relations

Are you an experienced Employee Relations specialist ready to lead at scale in a global organisation? We are looking for a Manager / Senior Manager - Employee Relations to lead the ER function across UK & Ireland, partnering with HR, Legal, and business leaders to create a fair, compliant, and high-performing workplace.

What you'll be doing

• Lead the Employee Relations strategy for UK & Ireland, acting as the SME on all ER matters
• Manage complex ER cases including grievances, disciplinaries, investigations, and terminations
• Partner with HR and Legal to ensure compliance with UK employment law
• Drive and enhance ER policies, processes, and governance frameworks
• Lead workplace and whistleblower investigationsSupport leaders on performance management, conflict resolution, and absence management
• Deliver coaching and training to managers to strengthen ER capability
• Analyse ER trends and implement proactive interventions
• Promote a positive culture aligned with company values
• Engage with labour authorities and unions (where applicable)

What we're looking for

• Over 10 years' HR experience with strong Employee Relations expertise in the UK
• Proven experience handling complex ER cases and investigations
• Strong knowledge of UK employment law and ER best practices
• Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills
• Resilient, decisive, and comfortable in a busy environment
• Strong communication and conflict resolution skills
• IT / Tech industry experience in mid-large companies (over 300 people) is essential
• Exposure to Ireland or Continental Europe ER practices is a plus

Why join us?

• Lead ER strategy for a major international organisation
• High visibility with senior leadership stakeholders
• Opportunity to shape culture, compliance, and workplace practices at scale
• Collaborative, dynamic, and growth-focused environment