Employee Relations Casework Lead 

Are you an experienced Employee Relations professional with a passion for resolving complex workplace issues and supporting a dynamic, fast-paced environment? The City of London Corporation is looking for an Employee Relations Casework Lead to join our People and HR team. 

As part of our Employee Relations Team, you’ll play a vital role in fostering positive working relationships, managing complex casework, and providing expert advice on disciplinary, grievance, capability, and sickness matters. You will independently lead investigations, provide strategic guidance to managers and HR Business Partners, and contribute to process improvements across the organisation. 

What you’ll do: 

• Lead and manage employee relations casework from investigation to resolution 

• Provide expert advice on employment law, policies, and procedures 

• Support managers through disciplinary, grievance, and restructuring processes 

• Deliver training and promote preventative practices across the organisation 

• Analyse and report on ER trends and data to key stakeholders 

• Build trusted relationships with internal and external partners 

• Deputise for the Head of Employee Relations when required 

What we’re looking for: 

• Chartered Institute of Personnel Development (CIPD) membership 

• Proven experience in employee relations and case management, including TUPE and restructuring 

• Strong knowledge of UK employment law and tribunal processes 

• Excellent negotiation, influencing, and communication skills 

• Ability to manage a high volume of complex cases with resilience and integrity 

• Skilled in data analysis, reporting, and the use of case management software 

• A collaborative team player with high standards of confidentiality 

This is your opportunity to make a real impact in a respected public sector organisation committed to employee wellbeing and positive workplace culture. 

Ready to take the lead in Employee Relations? Apply now and be part of shaping the future of the City of London workforce. 

Why Join Us? 

Working at City of London Corporation offers a unique opportunity to work in one of the world’s most historic and dynamic cities. At City Corporation, we’re committed to making a real difference. You'll play a key role in our transformation journey – helping to deliver meaningful change, improve people outcomes, and blessed, shape the way we operate as an organisation.  

Our vision: one team, one purpose 

In People and HR, we are working to new standards for how we work together aligned to the following principles:  

• Accountability: We will own our outcomes, learn from mistakes, and strive for excellence. 

• Proactivity: We will anticipate needs, communicate clearly, and act with a customer-first mindset. 

• Courage: We will challenge the status quo, face conflict when necessary, and champion diversity of thought. 

• Trust: We will empower our people, foster safe spaces for dialogue, and celebrate our successes. 

You’ll be joining a supportive team that values innovation, inclusion, and continuous learning and that is aligned to our greater vision and purpose for People and Human Resources. 

Closing date: 12 noon on 31 July 2025