Employee Relations & Policy Manager

Contract type: 6 month FTC

Hours: Full-time,35 hours

Location: Head Office, Nottingham (2 days onsite, hybrid working available)

Salary: £40000 - £45000

Due to internal development within our People team we are excited to share a brand-new opportunity for an Employee Relations & Policy Manager to join us on a 6-month FTC.

It’s an exciting time to join our changing business with an emerging new strategy and new leaders who are seeking to drive growth and success through great teams.Working closely with the People & Development Management and Business Partner team; you will develop and deliver practices to enhance positive employee experiences in the Society, including people and development policies and practices, provision of Employee Relations advice, coaching and training while ensuring compliance with employment legislation.

We are looking for a positive and pro-active candidate, ideally with experience working in an agile, fast paced business. This is a newly created position where you will have a real opportunity to shape this role and add significant value to the business as an ER and Policy SME!

Here’s a taste of what you’ll be doing as an Employee Relations & Policy Manager at The Nottingham -

·Manage all ER cases ensuring case management & employee relations issues are managed fairly, consistently and in line with Society policies and employment law

·Develop tools and relevant ER training to enhance line managers’ knowledge and ability to self-serve on ER matters

·Use MI to identify any trends and design solutions to combat any ER issues

·Provide professional advice, guidance and documentation to stakeholders on policies, employee relations and employment law matters

·Manage relationships with any relevant external stakeholders/suppliers including the legal providers

·Perform horizon scanning and keep stakeholders informed of any changes in legislation

·Support business change programmes as necessary to ensure effective management of employee relations issues

·Share appropriate learning around the ER processes within the P&D team and management

·Design, review and update People Policies and employment contracts

·Build and maintain relevant internal relationships, including our Colleague Council.

What we’re looking for –

·A passion for delivering high quality people experiences

·Exceptional relationship building, communication and collaboration skills

·Ability to coach business leaders in effectively managing cases and people issues

·Excellent investigation, negotiation, and conflict management skills

·A calm and measured approach – you will be able to demonstrate confidentiality, tact, and diplomacy

·In-depth knowledge and experience of best practice in Employee Relations and case management

·Excellent understanding of employment legislation and practical application of the law

·Experience in developing and implementing people and development policies, practices & procedure

·Your health and wellbeing is our priority, we encourage this through a suite of support resources, including a team of trained mental health first aiders

What we offer -

·A fair and competitive salary evaluated against market data, Medicash healthcare scheme, 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro-rated) and enhanced family leave

·Commitment and dedication to your ongoing personal and professional development. We help you to own and grow your potential so you can be at your best in your current role and to support your future career aspirations

·Flexible and hybrid working to encourage a work life balance, we want you to be at your best inside and outside of work

·A friendly and inclusive culture where teams genuinely strive to do the right thing by their colleagues and our customers

·A strong sustainability agenda – we’re continually finding new ways to be kinder to the environment by reducing our carbon footprint

·We’re passionate about giving back to the communities in which we serve as well as supporting local charities as part of the Samuel Fox Foundation. One of the many ways you can get involved is to use the 2 days per year paid leave to volunteer for causes or charities that are important to you

·Your health and wellbeing is our priority, we encourage this through a suite of support resources, including a team of trained mental health first aiders

Embracing Diversity Together: -

We proudly embrace and celebrate diversity as a fundamental cornerstone of our values. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workplace is not just essential for our success but is also a reflection of the vibrant communities we serve. Our commitment to diversity extends beyond our internal culture to the way we approach advertising and engage with our customers.

Our commitment means actively working to eliminate barriers and biases that may hinder equal opportunities within our organisation. We strive to ensure that all individuals, regardless of background, have an equal chance to thrive and advance in their careers.

We acknowledge that diversity is not just a goal to be achieved but a continuous journey toward creating an environment that embraces differences and promotes equal opportunities for all. We are committed to fostering an inclusive culture that encourages collaboration, creativity, and a sense of belonging for every member of our community.

About us: -

We are a mutual, which means we don’t have shareholders. Instead, we’re owned by our members and use our money to do good, investing in our community, responsible causes, and – well, you. So, we’re always striving to do the right thing for our team, communities and members.

Although our history spans over 170 years, our purpose of helping our members save, plan for and protect their financial futures is enduring. At The Nottingham Building Society, we are dedicated to overcoming obstacles and turning challenges into opportunities. At the heart of our mission is our unwavering commitment to breaking down barriers and building better futures by helping our customers achieve the significant milestone of owning their own home.