Full job descriptionOn behalf of our client, Axon Moore are recruiting a People & Culture Partner with a strong Employee Relations background to support a newly established People & Culture function within a large, complex organisation.
This role will suit an experienced ER specialist who enjoys working hands-on with complex and high-risk casework. While the position operates at a senior level, it is not a purely strategic HR Business Partner role; the emphasis is firmly on end-to-end employee relations, manager support, and ER capability building.

The successful candidate will:
*Lead and manage complex employee relations casework, including investigations, disciplinaries, grievances, hearings, and appeals
*Act as the senior escalation point for ER matters, providing expert, pragmatic advice to managers
*Support and coach People Partners and Officers, strengthening ER capability across the team
*Advise on organisational change, consultation, and workforce planning from an ER perspective
*Analyse ER data and trends to inform improvements and reduce risk
*Promote equality, diversity, inclusion, and safeguarding in all people practices

Our client is seeking:
*CIPD Level 7 qualification or equivalent professional experience
*Extensive experience in a hands-on Employee Relations role within a large or complex organisation
*Strong expertise in managing high-volume and complex ER casework
*In-depth knowledge of UK employment law
*The ability to influence, challenge constructively, and provide clear, practical advice
*A strong commitment to fairness, inclusion, and best practice

This is an excellent opportunity for an Employee Relations specialist looking to step into a senior role while remaining closely involved in ER delivery and people-focused problem solving.

Hours of work - Between 8.30 - 5 usually so 8.30-4.30 or 9-5 depending on preference and meetings

There will be travel to other sites in the Manchester area.

4 days in the office - more flexibility in the school holidays - 2 days in

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