Interim Senior Employee Relations Lead

The Company is seeking an Interim Senior Employee Relations Lead to provide dedicated support in driving its pay modernization program. The successful candidate will be responsible for resolving long-standing terms and conditions issues, addressing historic pay arrangements, and guiding the creation and rollout of a new pay and grading structure. This pivotal role involves leading all collective bargaining and consultation activities related to the program and requires close collaboration with HR, legal teams, external advisers, trade unions, service managers, and the wider program group. Applicants for the Interim Senior Employee Relations Lead position should have a strong background in employee relations, particularly in the context of pay and grading structures. The role demands a strategic approach to resolving complex issues and the ability to effectively manage and lead negotiations. Experience in a similar capacity, ideally within a public sector or large organizational setting, is highly desirable. The postholder will be expected to work in a hybrid capacity, with a minimum of 2 days a week in the office, and must be prepared to commit to a minimum 6-month engagement.