Employee Relations Manager

We are a dynamic and forward-thinking organisation committed to excellence in talent management. We are in the process of driving a significant transformation across our function and the organisation, with the aim to simplify our operations, grow our customer and employee experience, modernise our platforms and products, improve our impact on society, and meet our strategic company objectives.

Join our team as an Employee Relations Manager, where you'll lead in fostering positive employee relations, managing conflicts, and ensuring compliance. 

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• Employee relations processes: Lead in developing compliant and simplified ER processes, guidelines & templates alongside our L&D team, to support management self-serve in resolving ER issues.
• Policy Compliance: Develop and revise our People policies to ensure legal compliance and a positive work environment.
• Training and Development: Deliver training programs such as conflict resolution, dignity in the workplace and HR processes.
• Subject Matter Expert: Work with People Business Partners and legal counsel to address complex employee issues and promote positive workplace dynamics.
• Reporting: Working with our Data Analytics team to monitor and analyse ER cases, identifying trends with the People Business Partners and proposing associated interventions
• Collaboration: Working alongside our People Leadership Team and functional leads to understand the business needs & propose initiatives to support a positive employee experience

• Employment law: broad and up to date understanding of employment law within the UK and with experience of practical application (Awareness of Indian employment legislation desirable).
• Influence & Education: Strong knowledge to build credibility within the business and foster a culture of collaboration, accountability and continuous improvement. 
• Analytical skills: ability to analyse employee relations data and trends in order to identify areas for improvement, anticipate potential issues and develop proactive strategies to address issues and themes. 
• Adaptability and Resilience: Flexibility to adapt to changing business needs, priorities, and organisational dynamics, while remaining resilient and composed in challenging situations.
• Project Deliver: Experience in designing, developing and embedding new processes & policies

Wellbeing focused – Our people are our greatest assets, and ensuring everyone feels their best self to come to work is integral

• Annual Leave – 25 days of annual leave, plus public holidays and the ability to buy additional days
• Employee Assistance Programme – Free advice, support, and confidential counselling available 24/7 through Care First
• Endometriosis Friendly Employer - We are proud to confirm our commitment to developing an environment and culture that allows those with endometriosis to thrive in the workplace

Personal Growth - Regardless of where you are at in your career, we’re committed to enabling your growth personally and professionally

• Development Programmes – From Future Managers to Leadership Training, our development programmes help you get where you need to go
• Performance Bonus – Our Group-wide bonus scheme enables you to reap the rewards of your success

Financial wellbeing - We understand as well as your mental wellbeing, your financial wellbeing is really important

• Pension Scheme – Our plan with Scottish Widows offers 5% matched contribution by the company
• Income protection insurance – Providing you with support and assistance when you need it most

Recognition – Highlighting and rewarding the great work our people do

• Values Awards – Our quarterly employee-driven initiative to highlight and reward the people in the organisation who embody our values the most
• Performance & Talent – Our own technology platform that allows you to get real-time feedback, conversations and goals to help you become your best self

Making a Difference – we provide opportunities to help our people make a difference to the causes they care about

• MatchIt! – Fundraise for a cause close to your heart and Advanced will match part of the funding
• Volunteering Time – Our volunteering leave scheme allows you to use your time to help those who need it
• Pennies from Heaven – donate the pennies from your pay check to help make a difference without lifting a finger

Advanced is one UK's largest providers of business software and services serving 20,000+ global customers with an annual turnover of £330M+. We manage 1.5 million 111 calls per month, support over 2 million Further Education learners across the UK, handle over 10 million wills, and so much more. Our mission is to power the world of work and, as you can see, our software underpins some of the UK's most critical sectors.

We invest in our brilliant people. They are at the heart of our success as we strive to be a diverse, inclusive and engaging place to work that not only powers the world of work, but empowers the growth, ambitions and talent of our people.

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