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Posted 07 August, 2026

Employee Relations Specialist

MLC Partners
London, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

A London based NHS organisation is looking for interim Employee Relations Specialists to join them on an initial 3-6 month+ basis.

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The purpose of these roles is to provide additional employee relations expertise alongside the current ER function during a fast-paced challenging time for the Trust.

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Main Responsibilities include:

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  • Provide sound advice and support on all areas of employee relations (sickness absence, grievance, disciplinary etc)
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  • Build relationships with managers across the Trust, and look to upskill these managers in their handling of employee relations casework
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  • Work within a project team to drive down sickness absence rates across the Trust, long and short term
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  • Evaluate and update necessary policies from an ER perspective where possible
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  • Lead on complex cases across the organisation, particularly grievances which have increased across the organisation
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  • Work well alongside the internal ER teams, working together to ensure
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The successful candidate will have:

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  • CIPD qualified
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  • Public sector (ideally heavily unionised environment) exposure
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  • Ability to operate calmly and at pace in difficult circumstances
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  • Able to build relationships with managers at all levels effectively
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  • Outcome oriented attitude to making a difference
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  • High levels of professionalism
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If you have relevant experience, skills, and qualifications, please submit your CV.