Employee Relations Officer (Maternity Cover) at Save the Children UK

Principal Accountabilities

• Advise leaders and support the processes for employee relations cases such as sickness absence, informal and formal performance management, grievances etc. ensuring they align with SCI’s commitment to fairness, inclusivity, and the well-being of all employees
• Be the key focal point for employee concerns regarding all types of parental leave, flexible working requests etc.
• Support line managers and staff by providing advice and guidance on SCI’s people policies and procedures to promote a culture of mutual respect and collaboration within the organisation
• Analyse people data and trends to proactively identify and address potential issues, supporting continuous improvement in workplace policies and practices in line with SCI’s mission
• Update and close employee relations cases in SCI's case management system, ensuring all necessary follow-ups and recommendations are completed
• Support the Employee Relations team in overall case management including coordinating the preparation for investigations, disciplinary and appeal hearings and ensuring accurate and comprehensive notes are taken for organisational records
• Ensure compliance with SCI’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion policies by embedding inclusive practices within all employee relations activities, helping to build a culturally competent and respectful organisation.

Experience and Skills

Essential

• Communication Skills: Proficient in both verbal and written communication, able to convey complex ideas clearly and concisely.
• Analytical Skills: Capable of analysing employee relations data and using insights to identify trends and issues, with a strong focus on continuous improvement and data-driven decision-making.
• Considerable experience in managing employee relations cases, including sickness absence, informal and formal performance management and grievances
• Experience in using case management systems and documenting formal meetings to ensure comprehensive and compliant organisational records.
• Experience in monitoring and analysing employee relations trends to proactively improve workplace policies and practices in alignment with organisational values
• Organisational Skills: Efficient in managing multiple cases and tasks concurrently, with a strong attention to detail and follow-through .
• Advisory Skills: Proven ability to provide sound advice and guidance on employee relations matters to both staff and managers, promoting effective and fair resolutions and a collaborative organisational culture.

Desirable

• French, Spanish or Arabic language skills

Education and Qualifications
Essential
n/a
Desirable

• Knowledge and familiarity with employment laws and regulations in one or more countries that SCI works in
• A qualification in Human Resources or equivalent experience