Meraki Talent are partnering with an established Professional Services firm, looking for a Employee Relations Partner in a brand new role. This business is forward thinking, collaborative, with multiple offices across the UK, looking for this person to be based in their Edinburgh office on a hybrid working pattern.

This is a key position in the HR team, reporting directly to the HR Director, working in collaboration with the SLT.

Employee Relations duties:

• Building and leading ER strategies that promote a positive and respectful working environment
• Writing, reports, policies and papers based on legislation changes
• Working with SLT to create strategic changes
• Supporting and advising managers and employees on a wide range of employee relations issues
• Handling complex grievances, conflict resolution, and performance matters
• Conducting fair, thorough investigations, always with integrity and professionalism
• Coaching and training line managers to handle people matters confidently
• Working with senior leaders to spot trends and proactively improve the employee experience
• Keeping up to date with employment law and making sure we stay compliant
• Contributing to broader HR projects and initiatives across the business

Person specification:

• Strong ER experience, with excellent knowledge in employment legislation
• Ability to write policies and papers based on legislation changes
• Great communication and mediation skills
• Proven ability to manage complex situations with empathy and professionalism
• A practical understanding of HR systems and reporting tools
• A team player who’s proactive, organised, and able to manage multiple priorities
• A genuine interest in creating a fair, inclusive and supportive workplace
• Excellent company culture, including social/team networking events, discretionary performance bonus and business bonus, volunteering days, buy and selling of annual leave

For a private and confidential discussion please contact Yasmin Soames, available on yasmin.soames@merakitalent.com or please call me on 0204 5724853.