Band 6 – Senior Employee Relations Advisor

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly experienced Senior ER Advisor with NHS experience to support a high-volume caseload in a complex and fast-paced unionised healthcare setting. You will work proactively with managers to resolve ER cases and contribute to the delivery of a supportive, compliant, and effective ER service.

Location: Croydon (4 days on site 1-day WFH)

Job Type: Temporary 

Duration of booking: Expected to last 4 months with possible extension

Proposed start date: ASAP

Pay Rates: Up to £22.09 per hour PAYE inclusive of holiday pay

Hours / Working Days: 37.5 hours per week / Monday to Friday, 9am – 5pm 

Sector: Healthcare 

Based: Office / Hospital 

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage a substantial caseload involving absence, disciplinary, grievance, and performance management issues.
• Advise and support managers in line with NHS policies and employment legislation.
• Work in partnership with staff-side representatives to achieve resolution.
• Provide tailored ER advice and guidance to ensure fair and consistent handling of cases.
• Support the collation and reporting of ER metrics, including headcount and case volumes.

Requirements:

• Essential: NHS employee relations experience.
• Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, complex environment with large headcount and caseloads.
• Strong understanding of employment law and NHS terms and conditions.
• Able to work on-site a minimum of 4 days per week.
• Effective communicator and problem solver with a collaborative approach.