The role of the Employee Relations Manager is pivotal in fostering excellent working relationships and influencing early resolution to conflicts and disputes.
Key Responsibilities
* Develop an Employee Relations Engagement Model
* Maintain key relationships with University management, staff and trade union representatives through regular consultation
* Provide advice for managers on staff related matters including guidance and advance on good management practice
* Manage and oversee internal disputes resolution processes
* Be the first point of contact for unions and staff in resolving issues formal and informal
* Represent the university at relevant national meetings and all third-party fora relating to Employee Relations
Detailed job requirements include:
* A minimum level 8 qualification in a relevant discipline e.g. Human Resources or Industrial Relations from a recognised degree awarding authority or an approved equivalent qualification
* A minimum of five years experience of working in an Industrial Relations/Employee Relations environment in a senior role
Essential skills include:
* An excellent knowledge of current employment legislation
* Management experience including leading and supporting teams
* Able to work collaboratively flexibly and collegiately with all colleagues