NHS Scotland
Employee Relations Officer
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Employee Relations Officer
Location: NHS Western Isles Band: 6 Salary: £43,231 - £52,679 per annum plus Distant Islands Allowance of £1,461 per annum Hours: 36 per week Post Type: Permanent (x2 vacancies)
NHS Scotland is committed to equality, diversity, and eliminating unlawful discrimination, ensuring our workforce reflects society while fostering respect and excellence.
Make a Difference Where It Matters Most
As an Employee Relations Officer, you’ll support NHS Western Isles in creating a fair, inclusive, and supportive working environment. You’ll provide expert guidance to managers and staff, resolving employee relations issues and promoting best practice.
What You’ll Do
- Deliver professional advice on HR policies, procedures, and employment law
- Assist with casework related to attendance, conduct, and performance
- Handle and contribute to complex employee relations matters
- Champion best practice and organisational values
- Support a culture of engagement, wellbeing, and inclusion
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What We’re Looking For
- Strong knowledge of employment legislation and HR best practice
- Proven experience in employee relations casework
- Exceptional communication and influencing skills
- A proactive, compassionate, and solution-focused mindset
- Postgraduate CIPD qualification (highly desirable)
Why Join Us?
Working at NHS Western Isles offers more than a career—it provides:
- The chance to work in an exceptional setting of natural beauty
- A small, dynamic HR team that supports meaningful people development
- Alignment with a values-driven vision: "To be the best at what we do"
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Additional Information
- Registered with the PVG Scheme (required post-close for candidates shortlisted).
- No relocation expenses offered.
- Applications must be submitted via NHS Scotland Jobs Portal.
NB: Correspondence will be via e-mail—ensure accuracy in submission details and monitor all e-mail folders/job accounts for updates.
Closing Date: 14/07/2026
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