DescriptionThe Head of Employee Relations serves as a key advisor to senior management on employee relations matters and works to maintain a culture of trust, fairness and transparency within the organisation.ResponsibilitiesStrategy Development and Implementation.
Develop and execute the ER strategy aligned with the company’s business goals and overall HR Strategy.
Develop and implement policies and procedures that foster positive employee relations, which develops a culture of adaptability and embraces change.
Develop and mentor the employee relations team ensuring they have the requisite skills and knowledge to effectively manage the employee relations agenda and implement the company strategic priorities.
Employee Relations Management
Develop and maintain relationships built on trust with union stakeholders to ensure we can deliver change and promote positive engagement.
Lead the ER team in the management of complex employee relations cases, including representing daa at Labour Court hearings, Adjudication and conciliation conferences.
Provide the necessary support and advice to the various Business Units and senior management team on industrial relations matters and employment law developments working with legal on appropriate matters.
Engage, consult and negotiate with the relevant trade unions on all matters which support company initiatives.
Compliance and Risk Management
Monitor and ensure compliance with employment law, employment standards and industry best practice.
Provide guidance on risk management related to employee relations and work to reduce potential to legal exposure.
Develop and Implement 3rd party case processes to ensure minimum exposure arising out of litigation.
QualificationsExperience
Minimum 5 years progressive HR Management experience with at least 3 years focussed on employee relations issues.
People management experience in a comparable environment.
Experience of advocating and managing third party cases.
Strong knowledge of employment laws, regulations and HR best practices.
Experience in facilitating, supporting and implementation of change within a large organisation.
Experience in developing policies and processes to ensure delivery of the HR strategy.
Skills
Excellent influencing, communications and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence at all levels of the organisation.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a changing complex environment.
High ethical standards and a commitment to confidentiality.
Excellent leadership and team management skills.
Manage multiple union relationships, communicating across various methods, building strong stakeholder relationships.
Education & Qualifications
Batchelor’s degree in HR or related fields, e.g. legal and IR.
This role typically operates in an office environment but may require occasional travel to other company locations or for industry related events.
The Head of Employee Relations may need to work beyond standard business hours to resolve urgent employee relations matters.