Employee Relations & Engagement Specialist- Field Based

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Iceland

Employee Relations & Engagement Specialist- Field Based

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<dt class="AdvortoDefinitionListTitle AdvortoDefinitionListTitleInline">Ref</dt><dd class="AdvortoDefinitionListElement AdvortoDefinitionListElementInline">211634</dd><dt class="AdvortoDefinitionListTitle AdvortoDefinitionListTitleInline AdvortoDefinitionListAlternateItem">Category</dt><dd class="AdvortoDefinitionListElement AdvortoDefinitionListElementInline AdvortoDefinitionListAlternateItem">HR</dd><dt class="AdvortoDefinitionListTitle AdvortoDefinitionListTitleInline">Location</dt><dd class="AdvortoDefinitionListElement AdvortoDefinitionListElementInline axiom1-0 axiom-scraped-1">United Kingdom</dd><dt class="AdvortoDefinitionListTitle AdvortoDefinitionListTitleInline AdvortoDefinitionListAlternateItem">Contract type</dt><dd class="AdvortoDefinitionListElement AdvortoDefinitionListElementInline AdvortoDefinitionListAlternateItem axiom3-0 axiom-scraped-3">Full time</dd><dt class="AdvortoDefinitionListTitle AdvortoDefinitionListTitleInline">Salary</dt><dd class="AdvortoDefinitionListElement AdvortoDefinitionListElementInline axiom2-0 axiom-scraped-2">Competitive</dd><dt class="AdvortoDefinitionListTitle AdvortoDefinitionListTitleInline AdvortoDefinitionListAlternateItem">Company</dt><dd class="AdvortoDefinitionListElement AdvortoDefinitionListElementInline AdvortoDefinitionListAlternateItem"><img src="https://jobs.icelandcareers.co.uk/assets/images/Iceland.png"></dd><dt class="AdvortoDefinitionListTitle AdvortoDefinitionListTitleWide">Description</dt><dd class="AdvortoDefinitionListElement AdvortoDefinitionListElementWide"><table><tbody><tr><td width="568"><p>As one of the Best Big Companies to Work For, we have a rich history of loving our customers and looking after our teams.</p><p>We understand that success is achieved through our people, and we are searching for a<strong>&nbsp;</strong>committed and passionate Employee Relations &amp; Engagement Specialist to join our growing business. This role will be field based with travel nationwide.&nbsp;</p><p><strong>PURPOSE OF ROLE</strong></p><p>To be an advocate for the employment relationship supporting Employee Relations, Wellbeing, D&amp;I &amp; Reward, through the creation of transparent policy, process and undertaking relevant project work to drive engagement. You will also be responsible for sharing best practice across group and associated Companies.</p></td></tr><tr><td width="568"><p><strong>KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES</strong></p><ul><li>To provide a high standard of advice and guidance on ER and Engagement activity, in accordance with strategic operational and legislative requirements</li><li>To work in collaboration with specialist teams to deliver activity aligned to: Wellbeing, D&amp;I, Reward and Employee Relations that meet both business and customer need</li><li>To continually assess our policy and procedures ensuring they comply with current legislation and align with strategy and culture</li><li>To be a proactive participant &nbsp;in project work as required within the team or as part of wider cross functional working group</li><li>Involvement in group-related BAU activity and case escalations</li><li>To create and deliver ER training sessions as required to drive capability within the HR function and the management population</li><li>To support the employment solicitors in their management of Iceland and Group tribunal claims, providing clear instruction on any settlement discussions</li><li>Provide on-site support for escalated ER issues across the estate, as required and at short notice</li></ul></td></tr><tr><td width="568"><p><strong>KEY MEASURES</strong></p><p>-&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Consistent and legally compliant ER practices in place, underpinned by robust company policies</p><p>-&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Improved compliance on ER issues</p><p>-&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Collation and analysis of data e.g. Tribunal claims, disciplines, redundancies, and continuous education of line managers</p></td></tr><tr><td width="568"><p><strong>KEY SKILLS</strong></p><p>-&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Experience in providing commercial and legally sound advice on escalated ER matters</p><p>-&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Experience in managing an Employment Tribunal caseload</p><p>-&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Experience with Trade Unions and dispute resolution</p><p>-&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Experience in creation and delivery of ER training</p><p>-&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Agile communication skills</p><p>-&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Strong presentation skills</p><p>-&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Effective Planning and Organisational skills</p><p>-&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Resilience</p><p>-&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Ability to influence</p><p>-&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Analytical skills</p><p>-&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; PC literate</p><p>-&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Full, clean UK driving licence and access to a vehicle</p><p><strong><u>What to expect from us:</u></strong></p><ul><li><strong>Collaborative environment</strong></li><li><strong>25 days holiday, plus 8 days bank holiday</strong></li><li><strong>15% store discount, 30% club individual restaurant discount</strong></li><li><strong>Free parking</strong></li><li><strong>Highly subsidised restaurant onsite with our own Michelin Star Chef!</strong></li><li><strong>Subsidised Costa onsite</strong></li><li><strong>Discounted gym membership</strong></li><li><strong>Charity fundraising events</strong></li><li><strong>Educational sponsorship</strong></li><li><strong>Enhanced maternity/paternity leave</strong></li><li><strong>Long service awards</strong></li><li><strong>Reward &amp; recognition</strong></li></ul><p>&nbsp;</p></td></tr></tbody></table></dd><dt class="AdvortoDefinitionListTitle AdvortoDefinitionListTitleWide AdvortoDefinitionListAlternateItem">&nbsp;</dt>

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