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About the Role
Provide expert guidance and support on complex employee relations matters, partnering with managers, HR, Legal, and business stakeholders to ensure issues are managed effectively and in line with company policies and legislation. Act as a trusted advisor, leading investigations, mitigating risk, and fostering a positive and compliant employee relations environment.
Responsibilities
- Provide expert guidance to managers and HR partners on employee relations matters, including counselling, disciplinary processes, performance concerns, grievances, and terminations.
- Lead and manage complex and sensitive employee relations investigations, partnering with Legal where required.
- Interpret and advise on company policies, procedures, and employment legislation.
- Partner with business leaders and HR teams to identify and address employee relations risks and trends.
- Support the resolution of workplace issues through effective consultation, coaching, and problem solving.
- Develop recommendations and implement improvements to policies, practices, and procedures based on investigation outcomes and lessons learned.
- Collaborate with HR, Legal, Compliance, and business stakeholders to ensure consistent and compliant employee relations practices.
- Participate in HR and cross-functional projects aimed at enhancing employee experience, policy effectiveness, and organizational effectiveness.
- Analyze employee relations data and trends to identify opportunities for proactive intervention and continuous improvement.
- Act as a mentor and resource to less experienced HR and Employee Relations professionals.
- Lead employee relations initiatives and projects as required.
- Handle highly sensitive and confidential matters with professionalism and discretion.
Requirements
- Minimum of 10 years' experience in Employee Relations, Human Resources, Employment Law, or a related discipline.
- Extensive experience in Employee Relations, Human Resources, Employment Law, or a related field.
- Strong knowledge of employment legislation, employee relations practices, workplace investigations, and HR policies.
- Experience conducting complex workplace investigations and managing sensitive employee matters.
- Ability to provide balanced, risk-aware advice in a fast-paced business environment.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
- Excellent communication, influencing, and stakeholder management abilities.
- Ability to build credibility and trusted relationships across all levels of the organization.
- Applicants must have the right to work in the United Kingdom at the time of application and for the duration of employment.
- Northern Trust is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this role.
Skills
- Employee relations expertise
- Workplace investigations
- Employment law and policy interpretation
- Coaching and influencing
- Risk assessment and mitigation
- Conflict resolution and negotiation
- Communication and stakeholder management
- Judgement and decision-making
- Problem solving and analytical thinking
- Collaboration and relationship building
- Integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality
- Continuous improvement mindset
Location
- United Kingdom
Work Type
- Full-time
Experience Level
- 10+ years
About the Company
- Northern Trust is a global leader in innovative wealth management, asset servicing, asset management and banking services.
- Founded in 1889, the company is guided by principles of Service, Expertise, and Integrity.
- With over 135 years of financial experience and more than 24,000 partners, Northern Trust serves sophisticated clients using leading technology and exceptional service.
- Northern Trust offers a flexible and collaborative work culture with a strong history of financial strength and stability.
- Movement within the organization is encouraged, senior leaders are accessible, and the company is committed to an inclusive workplace and assisting communities.
- Philanthropy is deeply rooted in Northern Trust’s history and is an essential element of its culture.
Equal Opportunity
- Northern Trust is committed to working with and providing adjustments to individuals with health conditions and disabilities.