Employee Relations Advisor – People Team

About the role

We are partnering with a well‑established, people‑focused business in Chester to strengthen their People team. As an Employee Relations Advisor you will act as the go‑to expert for managers and operational leaders, providing practical advice and support on a wide range of employee relations issues.

Key responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload of employee relations matters from initial advice through to resolution.
• Support managers with disciplinary, grievance, capability and absence management processes.
• Provide commercially‑focused guidance on employment law and HR best practice.
• Coach and up‑skill managers to improve confidence in handling people issues.
• Assist with investigations, hearings and appeals as required.
• Identify trends and work with the wider People team to develop proactive solutions.
• Build strong relationships with managers and stakeholders across the business.
• Ensure a consistent, fair approach to all employee relations matters.

Required profile

• Proven experience as an Employee Relations Advisor, HR Advisor or Employee Relations Specialist.
• Strong working knowledge of UK employment law and employee relations best practice.
• Demonstrated ability to manage a broad range of ER cases in a fast‑paced environment.
• Excellent stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence and challenge constructively.
• Confidence in delivering advice on investigations, disciplinary and grievance processes.

Required skills