Employee Relations Advisor 12 Month FTC

Shawbrook Bank Limited; City of London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial institution in London is seeking an Employee Relations Advisor for a 12-month contract. The role involves providing expert HR advice to line managers, promoting self-service culture, and supporting strategic HR initiatives. The ideal candidate will have a solid HR background, knowledge of UK Employment Law, and thrive in customer-focused environments. Competitive benefits and a positive workplace culture are offered.

Benefits

Market-leading family-friendly policies

Free access to digital health apps

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle-to-work scheme

Gym membership discounts

Minimum 27 days holiday

Access to discounts

Annual discretionary bonus

Qualifications

• Proven HR generalist with a strong focus on employee relations.
• Sound knowledge of UK Employment Law.
• Experience in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert advice on employee relations matters.
• Coach staff on using HR self-service tools.
• Support strategic HR initiatives and manage workflow approvals.

Skills

HR generalist experience

Knowledge of UK Employment Law

Customer-focused environment experience

Banking or financial services background

Job description

Shawbrook – Greater London, England, United Kingdom

Employee Relations Advisor 12‑Month FTC

We are seeking an experienced employee relations advisor to support line managers and promote a self‑service culture within our finance environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert advice to line managers on all employee relations matters (disciplinary, capability, grievance, flexible working).
• Coach staff to use HR self‑service tools such as HR Hub and AskHR.
• Support People Partners on strategic initiatives (reorganisation, talent planning, redundancy, TUPE, settlement agreements).
• Collaborate with the AskHR team to address policy queries and manage employee lifecycle processes.
• Identify process improvement and automation opportunities to enhance HR efficiency.
• Manage day‑to‑day HR workflow approvals and maintain accurate people data.

Qualifications & Experience

• Proven HR generalist with a strong focus on employee relations.
• Sound knowledge of UK Employment Law.
• Experience working in a fast‑paced, customer‑focused environment.
• Desirable: Banking or financial services background.

Key Attributes

• Builds strong relationships and communicates across all levels.
• Proactive, self‑motivated, and works independently.
• Resilient, calm under pressure, and meets tight deadlines.
• Detail‑oriented and methodical.
• Handling sensitive information discreetly and diplomatically.
• Team player, adaptable, flexible, and enthusiastic.
• Aligns with Shawbrook values and culture.

Benefits

We value your wellbeing and provide:

• Market‑leading family‑friendly policies (maternity, adoption, paternity from day 1).
• Free access to Headspace and Peppy digital health apps.
• Employee Assistance Programme covering financial, mental, family, work, housing, and health concerns.
• Cycle‑to‑work scheme.
• Gym membership discounts.
• Minimum 27 days holiday per year, with flexi‑holiday options.
• Access to discounts on high‑street and online brands.
• Community support and charitable giving.
• Annual discretionary bonus and recognition schemes.

Seniority Level

Entry level

Employment type

Contract (12‑month fixed term)

Job function

Finance