Employee Relations Specialist

London, England · London-Cleveland Street · 3+ years experience · Hybrid · Posted Oct 7, 2026

At a glance

The Employee Relations Specialist will manage workplace investigations and provide guidance on performance management and disciplinary processes across EMEA, North America, and APAC. This role contributes to the development of global policies and training initiatives to foster a respectful and compliant workplace environment.

Independently manage straightforward workplace investigations from intake through to outcome.
Coordinate Occupational Health and Workplace Support cases across Europe.
Manage referrals, workplace adjustment requests, and return-to-work processes.
Provide guidance to HR Business Partners and managers on performance concerns and disciplinary processes.
Support the development and implementation of global and local policies, guidance materials, and training content.
Present Employee Relations initiatives and deliver training sessions to HR, managers, and employees.
Ensure fair and consistent application of internal policies across supported regions.
Build effective working relationships with HR teams, business leaders, Legal, Compliance, and People Operations.
Support the preparation of employee separation notices and off-boarding documentation.
Maintain accurate, complete, and confidential records and analyze Employee Relations trends.

3-5 years of experience in Employee Relations, Human Resources, or a related people-focused or investigation role.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to navigate sensitive situations with diplomacy, professionalism, and empathy.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
Sound judgement and ability to handle sensitive information with discretion.
Collaborative mindset and willingness to learn from a global team.
Proficiency in Google Suite and HRIS systems.