Head of Employment

Job Title: Head of Employment Policy and Practice

Salary: Between 53,000 - 60,500K

Hours: 37 hours, Mon-Fri

Location: Witham,Essex

Casanovas Recruitment Solutions is delighted to be working with a reputable company based in Essex. We are recruiting for a Head of Employment Policy and Practice position who must be highly knowledgeable in all ER areas and a competent senior HR professional. Travelling around the country may also be required.

Responsibilities:

• To ensure all HR Policies and procedures are kept up to date, to amend or improve where necessary
• Aid the Assistant HR Director to develop and implement HR strategies aligned with the overall business strategy
• To deliver high quality and responsive advice, employment law and sector updates
• Attending meetings and to confidently action any HR procedures or employee relations
• Oversee and monitor Industry Relations and Employee Relations
• Manage the renewal of the company benefit supplier
• Execute all mandatory Health & Safeguarding and Data Protection training and keep updated on refresher courses
• Carry out regular checks to ensure our job analysis and overall pay structures are correct
• Liaise with Trade Unions and / or Staff Groups (Must have)
• Reviewing and overseeing employment contracts and policies

Required Skills & Experience

• Strong leadership and diplomacy abilities
• MCIPD or similar professional qualification
• Superior knowledge and understanding of employment law and all HR relations
• Strong interpersonal skills including negotiation, influencing and relationship building
• Strong background in handling complex employee relations issues and maintaining a positive workplace culture
• Dealing with Trade unions

Benefits & Rewards:

• 23 days plus Bank hoildays
• Free on-site parking
• Hybrid working available
• Well-funded pension