Leads employee relations, benefits, and People and Culture risk and governance activities.
Our client seeks an exceptional Employee Relations, Risk and Benefits Manager to join their People & Culture team. They're known for their culture, strong governance, and genuine commitment to their people - and now they need a seasoned HR leader to continue to drive that mission forward.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide strategic leadership, guidance, and support to the Head of People and Culture and the broader People and Culture team on all Employee Relations matters.
- Oversee the efficient management of ER matters including grievances, disciplinary processes, and employment contract drafting and review.
- Ensure ongoing compliance with labour legislation, basic conditions of employment, and union-related obligations.
- Lead negotiations and consultations in unionised environments where required.
- Oversee the administration, governance, and employee experience delivery of employee benefits across the business.
- Lead and coordinate People and Culture Risk and Governance activities, including the development, implementation, and review of policies, risk assessments, controls, and governance frameworks.
- Support ad hoc People and Culture projects and initiatives as required by the business
- Act as a trusted subject matter expert on employment law, legal compliance, and employee advocacy.
Key Skills and Experience
- Postgraduate degree in Legal Studies or CIPD Level 5 qualification (essential); a further qualification in conciliation and arbitration is advantageous.
- 5-7 years' experience in People & Culture / Human Resources Management with a focus on People Risk and Benefits.
- Minimum 5 years' demonstrated Employee Relations experience at management level, covering grievances, disciplinary matters, employment contracts, and collective agreements.
- Experience handling negotiations and consultations in a unionised environment (advantageous).
- Experience operating in a multi-national environment covering at least two jurisdictions (advantageous).
- Strong competencies in dispute resolution, employee advocacy, legal advisory and interpretation, and legal compliance.
- Excellent interpersonal and influencing skills, with the ability to challenge ideas constructively and build effective working relationships at all levels.
- High attention to detail with strong analytical, documentation, and communication skills.
This is a rare opportunity to step into a high-profile, broad-ranging senior HR role within one of the island's most respected financial services employers. If you have the required skills please apply online at searchandselect.com quoting reference number: 16894
