Industrial Relations Business Partner

6 months ago


Milton Keynes, United Kingdom Network Rail Full time

Industrial Relations Business Partner

**Location**:
Milton Keynes, GB

**Department Name**:
Human Resources

**About Network Rail**:
**About Network Rail**

Join Our Team at Network Rail

Investing in our people is key to enhancing the safety, reliability, and efficiency of our railway system. If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact, then this opportunity is for you

**Brief Description**:
**Who are we looking for?**

Join Our Team as an Industrial Relations Business Partner

Are you passionate about making a positive impact within the Human Resources community? Do you have expert knowledge of Industrial Relations and a desire to provide guidance and support? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you

We are seeking a dynamic Industrial Relations Business Partner to join our team in Milton Keynes. As a valued member of our organization, you will play a crucial role in bridging the gap between the Industrial Relations team and the wider Human Resources community. You will lead small to medium-scale projects and provide vital support to larger initiatives, acting as a key link to Network Rail Shared Services

**About the role (External)**:
**What does the average day look like?***

So, what does an average day look like in this multifaceted role? Let us give you a glimpse:

- You will be the go-to person for expert guidance, addressing Industrial Relations queries from Route & Functional Human Resources colleagues. By resolving issues and increasing the knowledge of HR Business Partners, you will ensure a harmonious work environment.
- Maintaining up-to-date template contracts of employment will be one of your responsibilities. You will collaborate with relevant HR teams and Shared Services to ensure that terms and conditions remain relevant and comply with legislation and collective agreements.
- Our terms & conditions matrix will be in safe hands with you. By diligently updating and improving it, you will provide the HR community and employees with an accurate reference tool for their current Terms & Conditions.
- As the liaison with Network Rail Shared Services, you will facilitate new contract requests and other payroll system changes. Your efforts will ensure smooth and effective integration into our payroll systems, recording all necessary adjustments.
- In addition, you will manage small to medium-scale Industrial Relations projects on behalf of our specialists, utilizing your deep understanding of Terms & Conditions of Employment and Employment Law to achieve desired outcomes.
- Research, data gathering, and analysis will be a part of your routine as you support the Industrial Relations team in various projects. Your input will contribute to the development of well-informed position papers, enabling effective decision-making.
- With your proactive approach, you will stay updated on employment law, organizational awareness, and Industrial Relations issues and trends. This knowledge will allow you to provide expert advice and guidance to the team and the wider organization.
- Your organizational skills will shine as you maintain the Industrial Relations team tracker and reporting protocols. This will include preparing periodic scorecards and quarterly business reviews, meeting our organizational requirements.
- Last but not least, you will support the Industrial Relations Specialists in delivering the agenda for National Councils. Your research and preparation will contribute to our company's responses in these important forums.

**What essential skills and experiences are required?**
- 1. Successful experience in HR, IR or Payroll within a large multisite complex unionised organisation

2. CIPD qualified or equivalent or relevant experience

3. In depth knowledge of terms and conditions of employment

4. In depth knowledge of HR policies and procedures and employment legislation

5. Strong analytical skills and use of databases.

6. Experience of successfully resolving HR related management queries

7. Expert knowledge of Employment Law e.g. TULR(C)A, Employment Rights Act and TUPE
If you are ready to take on this exciting opportunity and be a vital part of our team, we would love to hear from you. Join us and make a difference in the Industrial Relations landscape

**Duration**:Permanent

**Location**: This role is based at **The Quadrant:MK**. For roles based in the Quadrant:MK, you must live within 75/90 minutes of The Quadrant.

Interviews will be held W/C 7th August

**Band & Salary**:Band 4C - £43,588 - £49,036**

**What can we offer you in return?**

We have a range of benefits including:

- 28 days annual leave entitlement, plus Bank Holidays and five volunteer days
- My Benefits - our discounted online shopping site
- Flexible and family friendly policies and practices
- A range of discounted offers including, Healthcare offers, cycle to work, healthcare club discounted membership and other benefits
- Subsidies of up to 75% on rail and underground season tickets
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