Head of Employee Relations & Policy

Head of Employee Relations and Policy

Join The University of Manchester as our Head of Employee Relations and Policy!

Are you a strategic leader in employee relations in a large, complex and unionised environment? Do you have a successful track record in handling collective matters with trade unions, in leading a team in managing sensitive and complex cases, and in overseeing the development and prioritisation of progressive employment policies? If the answer is yes, then we have the perfect role for you.

About the role

The Head of Employee Relations & Policy is responsible for leading a team in the management of formal casework and informal processes to ensure successful and timely resolution. They will also play a lead role in collective trade union relations in both formal negotiations and consultation fora as well as in maintaining productive informal communications channels with our recognised trade unions and their officers. The role holder will also lead a small team in the development, review and prioritisation of employment policy aligned to our strategic goals.

The successful candidate will have the expertise to support a culture where the University’s treatment of employees is fair, respectful, and in accordance with our policies and values. Reporting to the Deputy Executive Director of People and working closely with our Strategic People Partners and Head of Colleague Engagement, you will lead the development of ER Strategy, to enable the University to deliver a proactive service, providing managers and staff with the tools and support to achieve a positive employee relations environment.

The University of Manchester will be leading the search directly and will not be engaging the services of any third-party agencies as part of the recruitment process.

To apply for this vacancy please send a copy of your CV and a supporting statement detailing your suitability for the position to Michael Platt, Talent Acquisition Manager - Michael.platt@manchester.ac.uk.

Applications will close at midnight on Thursday 6^th November 2024.

As an equal opportunities employer, we welcome applicants from all sectors of the community regardless of gender, ethnicity, disability or sexual orientation. As Black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates are currently under-represented at this level at the University, we would particularly welcome applications from individuals in minority ethnic groups. All appointments will be made on merit. The University is positive about hybrid and flexible working. Blended working arrangements may be considered.

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