Director of Employee Relations and Policy

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Job Title: Director of Employee Relations and Policy Location: Oxford Road, Manchester Salary: Competitive Job type: Full Time, Permanent. 35 hours per week. Closing date: 26/10/2025. Director of Employee Relations and Policy The University is seeking a strategic leader in employee and industrial relations (ER) with experience in large, complex and unionised settings. Applicants should have a successful track record in leading collective negotiation, consultation and communication with trade unions, in leading a team in managing sensitive and complex cases, and in overseeing the development and prioritisation of progressive employment policies. This is an exciting time to join the team as we move closer towards a partnership model with our Trade Unions, working on co-creation and collaboration. In addition, we are at the start of our journey to implement Restorative Just Culture principles in how we manage challenges and conflict. The successful applicant will join our People Executive team supporting the leadership of our wider People team and delivering the aims within our People Delivery plan supporting our new Manchester 2035 strategy. Applications will close at midnight on Sunday 26th October 2025. Interviews will be held on Wednesday 5 November 2025. As an equal opportunities employer, we welcome applicants from all sectors of the community regardless of gender, ethnicity, disability or sexual orientation. As Black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates are currently under-represented at this level at the University, we would particularly welcome applications from individuals in minority ethnic groups. All appointments will be made on merit. The University is positive about hybrid and flexible working. Blended working arrangements may be considered. Please click APPLY to be redirected to our website to complete an application form.
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Manchester, England, United Kingdom
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