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Location: Chatham / Hybrid
Salary: £39,053 per annum
Contract: Fixed Term Contract to March 2027
Huntress Search Ltd is recruiting for an experienced Employee Relations Consultant - Absence Lead to join a public sector organisation in Medway.
This is a great opportunity for an experienced ER/HR professional to take a lead role in absence management, supporting managers with complex cases and helping to embed new absence policies, processes and best practice.
You will also provide advice and guidance across a range of employee relations matters, including disciplinary, grievance, capability and ill-health cases, as well as supporting managers through formal processes.
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We're looking for someone with solid Employee Relations experience, a good understanding of UK employment legislation and the confidence to advise and coach managers at all levels. CIPD or equivalent HR experience would be advantageous.
Key Points
- £39,053 per annum
- Fixed term contract to March 2027
- Hybrid working
- Lead on absence management
- Varied ER caseload
- Opportunity to work within a large public sector organisation
If you're an experienced ER professional looking for your next opportunity, apply now or contact Huntress Search Ltd for more information.
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