Senior ER Business Partner 3-month FTC

Senior Employee Relations Business Partner

Location: London (Hybrid)
Contract: 3 months (FTC)
Salary: Up to £90,000

Oakleaf Partnership are currently supporting this global media business to secure an experienced Senior Employee Relations Business Partner to join their team on a 3-month fixed-term contract.

Overview

In this role, you will play a key part in supporting the business through a high volume of complex employee relations (ER) cases, providing expert guidance and ensuring best practice is consistently applied.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a high ER case load of up to 30 cases, including disciplinary, grievance, capability, and absence management.
• Provide clear, commercially focused advice to managers and senior stakeholders.
• Ensure all ER processes are legally compliant and aligned with company policy.
• Build effective relationships with leaders to proactively mitigate ER risks.
• Support continuous improvement of ER practices and processes.

About You

• Proven track record as an Employee Relations Business Partner, ER Specialist, or similar role.
• Strong knowledge of UK employment law and best practice HR policies.
• Ability to manage a high volume of complex cases in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and influencing skills.
• Experience within healthcare, public sector, or similarly regulated environment is desirable.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary of up to £90,000 (pro rata).
• Hybrid working model with central London base.