Employee Relations Advisor – London (Hybrid)

About the role

We are looking for a passionate Employee Relations Advisor to join a leading commercial cleaning and facilities services organisation in London. You will act as a trusted partner to operational leaders, providing expert advice on employee relations matters while ensuring compliance with employment legislation.

Key responsibilities

• Own a complex and varied employee relations caseload, advising managers on employment law, company policy and best practice.
• Lead disciplinary, grievance, capability, attendance, probation and conduct cases, ensuring investigations and outcomes are fair, robust, timely and legally compliant.
• Support managers through the full employee relations process, from initial advice and investigation to formal hearings, appeals and case resolution.
• Conduct and oversee complex workplace investigations, gather evidence, interview witnesses, produce investigation reports and make recommendations.
• Provide pragmatic, commercial advice that balances legal compliance with operational requirements and business objectives.
• Coach and develop managers to build confidence in handling people issues, reducing dependency on the People Team.

Required profile

• Demonstrated experience in employee relations or HR advisory roles.
• Strong knowledge of UK employment legislation and HR best practice.
• Excellent analytical and investigative skills with the ability to produce clear, evidence‑based reports.
• Ability to influence and coach managers, delivering commercial and compliant solutions.

What we offer

• Salary range £40,000 – £45,000 (depending on experience).
• Hybrid working model – two days remote per week.
• 12‑month fixed‑term contract (MAT cover).