Employee Relations Specialist (Remote, UK)

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Employee Relations Specialist to join a leading national organisation’s HR team. Working fully remotely from anywhere in the UK, you will act as a trusted advisor to managers across the UK and Republic of Ireland, handling complex ER cases and supporting organisational change.

Key responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload of disciplinary, grievance, performance, absence and wellbeing matters.
• Provide expert, legally compliant advice to managers on complex employee relations issues.
• Support Employment Tribunal activity, including early conciliation, case preparation and documentation.
• Assist with organisational change projects such as restructures, redundancy, redeployment and TUPE.
• Collaborate closely with HR Business Partners and cross‑functional stakeholders.
• Review HR policies and procedures to ensure compliance with employment legislation.
• Analyse employee relations trends to identify improvement opportunities and reduce risk.

Required profile

• Previous experience as an Employee Relations Specialist or in a similar HR role managing complex casework.
• Strong knowledge of UK employment legislation; familiarity with Republic of Ireland or Northern Ireland legislation is a plus.
• Confidence influencing and advising managers at all levels.
• Excellent communication, organisational and stakeholder‑management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
• A CIPD qualification (or working towards one), mediation training, or Employment Tribunal experience is advantageous but not essential.

Required skills

What we offer

• Fully remote working from anywhere in the UK.
• Salary up to £37,500 depending on experience.
• Exposure to complex employee relations and Employment Tribunal work.
• Ongoing mentoring and support from experienced HR professionals.