Employee Relations Business Partner

Job Introduction

Employee Relations (ER) Business Partner

At Horizon Care \& Education, we believe our people are our greatest asset. We are a forward\-thinking, values\-driven organisation committed to fostering a positive, inclusive, and high\-performing workplace culture. As we continue to grow, we are seeking a skilled Employee Relations (ER) Business Partner to join our dynamic HR team and drive proactive, fair, and effective employee relations practices across the business.

About the Role:

The Employee Relations Business Partner will act as a trusted advisor to managers and employees, providing expert guidance on a range of ER matters. You’ll be responsible for managing complex employee relations cases, developing policy, ensuring compliance with employment law, and supporting our people\-first approach to HR.

Location: We are looking for a candidate who is ideally based in the Midlands region (Birmingham, Leicester area) as this role will cover our services in the midlands and south of England.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide expert advice and support on employee relations matters including disciplinary, grievance, performance management, absence, and conflict resolution.


• Lead or support complex casework and investigations, ensuring compliance with internal policies and employment legislation.


• Coach and support line managers to handle ER matters confidently and effectively.


• Monitor ER trends, identify risks, and develop proactive interventions to reduce ER issues.


• Contribute to the development and implementation of HR policies and procedures.


• Support change management initiatives, including restructures, redundancies, and TUPE processes.


• Maintain up\-to\-date knowledge of employment law and ensure best practices are followed.


• Collaborate with HR colleagues to ensure consistency and alignment across the function.

What We're Looking For:

• Proven experience in a dedicated Employee Relations or HR Business Partner role in the health and social care/education sector


• Strong knowledge of UK employment law (or relevant regional law).


• Demonstrated experience managing complex employee relations issues.


• Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and influencing skills.


• Ability to work independently and make sound decisions under pressure.


• Strong analytical and problem\-solving skills.


• CIPD Level 5 or above (or equivalent experience) preferred.

What We Offer:

• A collaborative and supportive work environment.


• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.


• Flexible working arrangements.


• Competitive salary and benefits package.

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