Employee Relations Director

London, UK

Global Investment Management Firm

Working for a global investment management firm of 2,000 headcount. This role will be covering all non - US employee relations, spanning across the UK, Germany, Middle East and Asia. They pride theirselves on their entrepreneurial and agile working culture, where everyone has a voice with the aim of being an employee led company - where every employee feels valued and empowered. As a leading investment management firm, they pride ourselves on our innovative approach and dedication to excellence.

The ideal candidate will play a pivotal role in shaping our employee relations strategy, ensuring a positive and productive work environment, and driving initiatives that support our organisational goals.

Your new role

• Develop and implement comprehensive employee relations strategies and policies.

• Provide expert advice and support to management on employee relations issues.

• Lead investigations into employee complaints and grievances, ensuring fair and timely resolution.

• Foster a culture of open communication and collaboration across all levels of the organisation.

• Working with external works counsels and employment lawyers.

• Lead a team of 5 employee relations professionals, from advisor through to senior consultants.

• Monitor and analyse employee relations trends and metrics to identify areas for improvement.

• Report back to CPO on trends, improvements and escalations.

• Support on M&A, change and transformation - including redundancies.

• Collaborate with HR and leadership to design and deliver training programs on employee relations topics.

• Ensure compliance with employment laws and regulations.

What you'll need to succeed

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field (Master's degree preferred).

• Proven experience in employee relations, preferably within the investment management or financial services industry.

• Strong knowledge of UK employment laws and regulations.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.

• Demonstrated ability to lead and influence at all levels of the organization.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

What you'll get in return

• Competitive salary and benefits package between £120-150k base.

• Opportunity to work with a talented and diverse team.

• Career growth and development opportunities.

• A supportive and inclusive work environment.

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.