Employee Relations Specialist

Fidarsi are partnering with an established Investment Manager to hire an Employee Relations Specialist on a 6-month Fixed Term Contract.

The Employee Relations Specialist is responsible for fostering a positive work environment by handling employee relations matters, managing case investigations, and driving organisational development initiatives. This role focuses on building a strong workplace culture, ensuring compliance with labour laws, resolving conflicts, and implementing OD strategies to enhance employee engagement, performance, and leadership development.

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as the primary point of contact for employee relations matters, including workplace conflicts, grievances, and disciplinary actions.
• Conduct thorough investigations into employee complaints, misconduct, and policy violations, ensuring fairness and legal compliance.
• Develop and implement employee relations policies and procedures that align with company culture and legal requirements.
• Provide coaching and guidance to managers and employees on performance management, disciplinary actions, and conflict resolution.
• Ensure compliance with employment laws, company policies, and industry regulations.
• Support employee engagement initiatives, fostering a positive and inclusive work environment.
• Mediate disputes between employees or between employees and management to maintain a productive workplace.
• Maintain accurate records of employee relations cases, documenting investigations and resolutions appropriately.
• Collaborate with HR teams to develop training programs on workplace policies, diversity & inclusion, and leadership development.
• Monitor and analyse employee relations trends to proactively address potential issues and recommend solutions.

Required Qualifications:

• Experience in employee relations, HR generalist roles, or labour relations.
• Strong knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices.
• Experience conducting workplace investigations and handling sensitive matters with confidentiality.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and conflict-resolution skills.
• Ability to work independently and handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

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