Employee Relations Consultant - 12 month Temporary Assignment

Employee Relations Consultant (12-Month Fixed-Term Contract)

• Location: Regional Office – Northfleet, Gravesend (DA11 9BU)

• Agency: Supportive Bridge Staffing Agency

• Salary: £48,000 - £64,000 per annum (depending on experience)

• Contract: 12-Month Temporary Assignment, Full-Time

• Experience Level: Experienced

• Reference Number: SBS-718140

The Opportunity

At Supportive Bridge Staffing, we specialize in connecting top-tier HR talent with thriving businesses. We are currently seeking an experienced, collaborative, and reliable Regional Employee Relations Consultant to step into a pivotal 12-month fixed-term assignment with a major, fast-growing retail brand based out of their Northfleet regional office.

In this strategic yet hands-on role, you will partner closely with the Regional Head of HR to develop the employee relations function, coach management teams, and ensure all operations align with both employment law and the company’s strategic objectives. If you are a team player who thrives in a fast-paced environment and wants to make a measurable impact, this is your next career move.

What You’ll Receive

• Salary: Competitive £48,000 - £64,000 per annum based on experience

• Mobility: Fully expensed company car

• Holiday: 35 days of annual leave (pro rata)

• Perks: 10% in-store discount & Contributory pension scheme

• Support: Enhanced family leave and high-quality onboarding to ensure your success

What You’ll Do

• Coach & Advise: Provide guidance on Employment Law policy (performance improvement, disciplinaries, grievances, long-term absence, restructures, immigration) to ensure fair, legally compliant decisions.

• Risk Mitigation: Work with the Head of HR to identify legal and non-compliance risks, implementing local measures like management upskilling to mitigate them.

• Trend Analysis: Review and analyze the Case Management Tool (CMS) to spot trends, reporting key patterns and areas of focus back to the HoHR.

• Tribunal & ACAS Support: Assist the Head of HR with the administration of ACAS and Employment Tribunal claims, as well as general ER administration.

• Upskill Managers: Actively coach new disciplinary managers on best practices, employment legislation, and ACAS codes.

What You’ll Need

• Expertise: Significant Employee Relations experience, with a proven track record of advising middle-to-senior management. Deep knowledge of up-to-date labour law and ACAS codes is essential.

• Qualifications: A legal qualification or CIPD Level 7 (with specialist ER units) is highly desirable.

• Skills: Exceptional written and verbal communication, strong Microsoft Office/HR software proficiency, and top-tier stakeholder management skills.

• Mobility: A valid driving licence is essential, as you will regularly travel within your geographic region.

• Industry Background: Previous experience working within a fast-paced retail or hospitality environment is a major advantage.