Interim Employee Relations Specialist
  • England,London,City of London
  • Full Time, Contract
  • £300 - £400 per day
Job Description:
Senior HR Professional / Employee Relations Specialist (Contract)

?? Central London (3-4 days onsite)

?? 3-Month Contract (Potential Extension)

?? £300-£400 per day (Umbrella)

?? Start Date: ASAP

We’re seeking an experienced Senior HR Professional / ER Specialist to deliver a
high-impact contract focused on strengthening HR compliance, managing complex
employee relations, and improving HR systems and processes across a multi-site
education setting.

This is a hands-on role requiring both operational delivery and strategic
oversight

Key Responsibilities

HR Compliance & File Audit

* Conduct a full audit of personnel files across multiple sites

* Verify contracts, variations, right to work documentation, and statutory
records

* Review contracts against updated policies (disciplinary, grievance, sickness
absence etc.)

* Identify and rectify compliance gaps

* Produce a risk-rated compliance report and remediation plan

HR Systems & Data Review

* Cross-check contracts against HRIS and payroll data

* Correct discrepancies and strengthen data controls

Employee Relations & Consultation

* Manage complex ER casework

* Lead formal consultations linked to contractual change

* Ensure legally compliant processes and documentation

* Apply working knowledge of Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) and
Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)

Management Support & Capability

* Support delivery of practical management training

* Equip managers to handle absence, conduct and performance confidently

HR Efficiency Review

* Assess workload and process flow

* Identify automation and streamlining opportunities

* Provide clear, actionable recommendations

Essential experience

* Senior-level HR experience with strong ER expertise in nursery school/primary
education settings

* Proven background in HR compliance audits

* Experience working within KCSIE and EYFS frameworks

* Comfortable working onsite in Central London (3-4 days per week)

* Able to travel to sites as required

* Available to start ASAP

Eligibility:

* Right to work in the UK

* Enhanced DBS

If you’re a confident HR leader who can quickly add value and strengthen HR
operations, we’d love to hear from you.

?? Apply now for a confidential discussion.
Job number 3453450

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Company Details:
Macmillan Davies
Company size: 10–19 employees
Industry: Human Resources
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