Employee Relations Consultant

Employee Relations Consultant | Bexhill | Hybrid Working | £45,000 + Excellent Benefits

Are you an experienced ER professional who enjoys partnering with leaders, navigating complex people challenges, and delivering practical, commercially focused HR solutions?

We're recruiting for an ER Consultant to join a busy and evolving HR team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives on coaching managers, managing complex casework, and supporting organisational change within a regulated environment. Working closely with leaders across the business, you'll provide expert guidance on a wide range of employee relations matters, helping to drive fair, consistent, and legally compliant people decisions.

What you'll be doing

• Managing a broad range of ER cases, including disciplinary, grievance, absence, performance, and conduct matters.
• Coaching and advising managers on policies, procedures, and best practice.
• Supporting organisational change projects, restructures, consultations, and redeployment activity.
• Identifying trends and risks through casework and providing meaningful insight to stakeholders.
• Building strong relationships with leaders to support both commercial and people objectives.
• Ensuring compliance with employment legislation and internal governance requirements.
• Supporting wider HR initiatives and continuous improvement projects.

What we're looking for

• Proven ER experience within a regulated or complex organisation.
• Experience managing complex ER cases independently.
• Strong knowledge of UK employment legislation.
• Previous experience supporting organisational change and consultation processes.
• Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• The ability to balance commercial priorities with a people-focused approach.

About Us

We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options.

We are committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients. If you choose to apply, your information will be processed in accordance with the Nicholas Associates Group of companies

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