Job Title: Employee Relations and Diversity Manager

Location: London / Hybrid

Salary: GBP32,000 – GBP40,000 per annum per annum based upon experience plus discretionary bonus and comprehensive benefits (FTE GBP40,000 – GBP50,000 per annum)

Job Type: Permanent, Part Time

Working Hours: 28 hours per week which can be configured across four or five days

techUK Overview:

techUK represents the companies and technologies that are defining today the world that we will live in tomorrow. 900 companies are members of techUK. Collectively they employ more than 800,000 people, about half of all tech sector jobs in the UK. These companies range from leading FTSE 100 companies to new innovative start–ups.

About the Role:

As Employee Relations and Diversity Manager, you will help to create and deliver people programmes and practices which help to foster an engaged and high performing team.

Key Responsibilities:

Employee Relations:

Review, create and maintain all people policies and procedures and provide advice and guidance on their application to employees and line managersAdvise and coach managers on people issues to promote positive employee relations, increase engagement, minimise risk, encourage a proactive approach to people matters and develop greater line manager accountabilityAssist in the development of line manager people management capabilities, including through training and coaching to promote a positive, 'people–centric' culture underpinned by our valuesManage employee relations matters including performance, capability, conduct, absence, disciplinary, grievance, appeals, restructures etc.Data analytics to highlight trends, risks, opportunities and track progressMaintain up–to–date knowledge of employment law, key trends and best practice to inform our employee relations approach and practicesLead on 'best place to work' initiatives and participate in relevant forums including the employee pulse group and social committeeLead on employee relations related projects Diversity and Inclusion:

Lead on Diversity and Inclusion activitiesAssess current D&I activities and develop a plan of action with clear aims and key milestonesDesign and implement strategies and initiatives which build the knowledge and confidence of our team and encourage them to take an active role in advancing our D&I aimsMaintain up–to–date knowledge of Diversity and Inclusion best practice to inform our approach and programmesData analytics to highlight trends, risks, opportunities and track progressCoach, guide and support line managers in promoting and role modelling inclusive behaviour across the organisationOrganise events and activities to increase awareness and celebrate diversity Wellbeing:

Lead on wellbeing activities and programmesDesign and develop a programme of support to promote mental and physical wellbeingDevelop a 'hub' for employees to provide accessible wellbeing information and resourcesData analytics to highlight trends, risks, opportunities and track progress Talent Management:

Lead on talent management initiatives and programmes including the career framework, development programmes and succession planningKeep the career framework under review and recommend changes in line with the evolving needs of the businessPartner with line managers to identify team development needs and propose solutionsReview performance data and recommend interventions to drive high performanceIdentify key roles and talent and develop and maintain an active succession planDesign and implement employee engagement and retention strategiesOversee the design and delivery of training interventions working closely with the Recruitment and HR Operations Manager About you:

Essential Knowledge and Experience:

Proven track record in employee relations with experience of working on a broad range of issuesGood working knowledge of UK employment lawExperience of designing and implementing successful D&I strategies relevant to a small organisation Desired Knowledge and Experience:

Experience working with career frameworks and performance managementExperience in employee development Competencies:

Excellent written and verbal communication skillsExcellent problem–solving and planning skillsStrong stakeholder management skillsStrong customer service orientation Additional Information:

This role profile is a guide to the work that is required but does not form part of any contract of employment and may change from time to time to reflect changing circumstances.

The successful candidate must have permission to work in the UK prior to the commencement of employment.

This is based out of techUK's London offices. However, techUK operates a flexible working policy.

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