ER Manager

Your new roleHays is proud to partner with a high-profile and rapidly evolving organisation in Ipswich to recruit an experienced Employee Relations Manager. This is a unique opportunity to shape workplace culture, lead strategic change, and build trusted relationships across aplex, multi-stakeholder environment.You’ll play a pivotal role in delivering a consistent and effective HR service, supporting senior leaders and line managers through a wide range of employee relations and operational change activities.Key Responsibilities:Lead a team and deliver strategic ER initiativesLead and manageplex change programmes, including restructures, mobilisations, and performance managementCoach and advise senior stakeholders on ER matters, ensuringpliance and minimising riskBuild strong relationships with unions, managers, and employees to foster a positive employee experiencePromote continuous improvement and consistency in ER case handlingLead on tribunal cases, whistleblowing investigations, andpliance mattersWhat you'll need to succeed A solid track record in employee relations and change managementProven ability to lead, inspire, and develop high-performing teamsStrong working knowledge of UK employment law and ER frameworksExcellentmunication, coaching, and stakeholder management skillsStrategic thinker with a collaborative, pragmatic, and solutions-focused approachExperience working inplex, fast-paced environments with multiple stakeholdersWhat you'll get in return Apetitive reward package, including 25 days of annual leave, a robust pension scheme, 10% bonus potential, and the option of apany car or car allowance. The organisation embraces hybrid working, with three days on-site each week, and provides aprehensive benefits offering designed to support your wellbeing and career development. Travel subsistence may also be considered for applicants based outside the local area.