Summary

The HR Business Partner (ER Specialist) is a critical role within a local authority, tasked with providing expert guidance, support, and leadership in all aspects of employee relations. This position ensures the consistent and fair application of HR policies, procedures, and employment law. The HRBP will manage complex casework, collaborate with managers to proactively resolve employee issues, and contribute to fostering a positive employee experience. Acting as a trusted advisor, the HRBP supports strategic workforce initiatives, mitigates risk, and promotes best practices.

Responsibilities

Lead a wide range of ER casework, including disciplinary, grievance, performance, attendance, and capability cases.
Provide expert advice to managers to ensure cases are handled in accordance with policies, procedures, and employment legislation.
Support investigations, prepare documentation, coordinate hearings, and manage outcomes.
Identify early indicators of employee issues and offer proactive solutions to prevent escalation.
Ensure timely progression of cases while maintaining high-quality documentation.

Requirements

Essential Experience Required
- Significant experience managing a broad range of complex ER casework.
- Strong background in Employee Relations within HR (generalist or specialist).
- Experience advising managers on disciplinary, grievance, performance, sickness management, and capability issues.

Essential Qualifications Required
- CIPD Level 5 (minimum) or equivalent experience.
- CIPD Level 7 (desirable).
- Evidence of ongoing professional development in HR and employment law.

Additional Information

Working hours: 37 hours per week
Interviews will take place on-site at Laurence House, 1 Catford Road, Catford, London, Greater London, SE6 4RU, United Kingdom.
Work pattern: 2 days in the office or as required.
Bi-weekly payment schedule.
The role closes on 10th April 2026, apply ASAP.