Employee Relations Advisor - Hayley Dexis : Job Details

HAYLEY DEXIS is the largest independent distributor of MRO engineering products and consumables in the UK. We are an equal opportunities employer, currently employing over 1,200 people who continue to be a cornerstone of our business and are fundamental to providing industry-leading customer service.

We're looking for an Employee Relations Advisor to join our well-established and expanding HR team based at our headquarters in Halesowen.

About the role:

As the ER Advisor, you will lead on ER cases and provide consistent and practical specialist employee relations, employment law and change management advice and guidance to business stakeholders. The purpose of this role is to support the branch network with advice and guidance on ER matters in line with company policy.  

What you'll be doing and what we're looking for.

Initially you'll working on getting our hiring manager population training up-to date. This a great opportunity to get to know the community and really put your stamp on things. You'll then move onto case work and learn how to apply the policy to a wide variety of departments branches and situations. We're looking for someone with a consultative style and who is excels at finding solutions.

You'll ideally be qualified to CIPD Level 3 with an understanding of TUPE, handling casework and the big one; the Employment Rights Bill.

Hayley Dexis is a busy and evolving business where problem solving and adapting to different situations are key. We are looking for someone who is open minded and who will thrive in developing HR function. 

Working hours:

Office Based

Monday to Friday, working 40 hours per week.

What we offer you:

• Highly competitive salary upwards of £35K 
• Non contractual bonus scheme
• 25 days annual leave (plus 8 bank holidays) 
• In-house training. 
• Company pension.
• Fun and inclusive working environment.
• Gift voucher incentives and opportunities to win quarterly recognition awards.
• Wellness initiatives, including Bike2Work and healthcare scheme.
• Free Life Assurance cover (x2 salary).
• Uniform and PPE provided if required.
• Excellent opportunities and career prospects are available.

Key responsibilities as our Employee Relations Advisor will include:

• Proactively overseeing employee relations activities and providing support to managers on a wide variety of people issues including performance management, complex cases, absence management, hearings and appeals. 
• Managing case documentation/bundle preparation to ensure accuracy, consistency, and compliance with company policies and legal standards. 
• Developing and updating HR policies, ensuring compliance and effective implementation. 
• Identifying shortcomings in existing processes, systems and procedures, then collaborates with stakeholders to drive continuous improvement. 
• Providing support to business projects on consultation, TUPE etc. 
• The creation, education and roll out of HR training programme(s) to managers to be confident and self-sufficient in first line HR matters.   
• Ongoing development of best practice Employee Relations ensuring compliance with employment law and regulations.
• Utilising data to proactively identify ER trends to inform wider HR initiatives and identify areas of improvement.

Skills we're looking for in our Employee Relations Advisor:

• A friendly, team-player with a can-do attitude!
• A strong understanding and experience in Employee Relations ranging from lower level to complex cases.
• UK Travel required (drivers licence necessary).
• Knowledge of UK employment laws and HR best practices. 
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. 
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to multitask and work on own initiative.
• Ideally available to start at short notice. 

The recruitment process

Adverts will close on Sunday 13th July (we will extend should this be required)

Shortlisted applicants with have an initial screen meeting over teams with our Talent Acquisition Partner

Interviews will take place on 24th July and will be held at our Halesowen offices.

Candidates selected for interview will be asked to prepare a short presentation about the new Employment Rights Bill followed by interview questions focused on skills, knowledge, experience and motivations.

Finally...

We know sometimes you might feel that you don't meet the criteria or have a burning question - we're here to help so please ask us! You can contact us here;  

We aim to get back to everyone that applies and are super keen to speak to talented people for upcoming positions.

Please inform our careers team if you require any adjustments throughout the recruitment process.

Click ‘apply’ now to become our Employee Relations Advisor and join the team!