Employee Relations Specialist

A globally leading investment bank are looking to bring on an Employee Relations Specialist to join their HR team based in Canary Wharf, for a six-month contract.

About the role

Forming part of the ER specialist team, the Employee Relations Specialist will be responsible for successfully handling all disciplinary and grievance cases.

Key responsibilities

• Partnering with the Litigation and Investigations teams and/or external counsel to investigate high profile and complex investigations into conduct related matters and reportable concerns

• Representing the UK ER team on global and regional projects and tasks such as development of conduct risk scorecard, Equal Pay reviews and global e-learning initiatives

• Providing ER related training and coaching as required

• When acting as a Disciplinary or Grievance Decision Maker, applying extensive ER/Employment Law experience and knowledge to handle cases quickly, effectively and professionally

• Facilitating and contributing to discussions with members of the UK Conduct Escalation Review Panel (UK CERP)

• Establishing and maintaining collaborative working relationships with key stakeholders, including the Head of HR, HR Business Partners, the Employment Law team, Compliance and Regulatory Affairs

Key requirements

• Significant Employee Relations experience, including the management of complex investigations, disciplinary cases and grievance cases

• Proven understanding of the UK employment law and regulatory frameworks

• Financial services experience is essential

If you would like to receive further details on this role, please apply directly or email your CV to Sophie Brown at