ER Casework Advisors

Employee Relations Casework Advisor Location: Stratford, London (Hybrid Working) Office Base: East London (2–3 days per week in the office) Pay Rate: £28.42 per hour PAYE / £37.00 per hour Umbrella Start Date: 03 August 2026 Contract Duration: Until 03 February 2027 DBS Requirement: Basic DBS Check About the Role We are seeking an experienced Employee Relations Casework Advisor to provide expert guidance and support on a wide range of employee relations matters within a large and complex public sector organisation. This is a fantastic opportunity for a confident HR professional with strong case management experience to work closely with managers, ensuring people-related decisions are fair, legally compliant, and aligned with organisational policies and objectives. Key Responsibilities • Provide high-quality advice and guidance to managers on a range of employee relations matters. • Manage and support cases relating to: • Disciplinary matters • Grievances • Capability and performance issues • Attendance and sickness management • Probation reviews • Interpret and apply HR policies consistently and effectively. • Advise managers on family leave policies and options, including maternity, paternity, adoption, shared parental leave, and other statutory entitlements. • Ensure casework is handled in line with employment legislation, organisational policies, and best practice. • Maintain accurate records and provide timely updates on case progress. • Build effective working relationships with stakeholders across the organisation. About You To be successful in this role, you will have: • Proven experience in an Employee Relations, HR Advisor, or Casework Advisor role. • Strong practical experience managing complex employee relations cases from start to finish. • Sound knowledge of employment law and HR best practice. • Experience advising on disciplinary, grievance, capability, sickness absence, and probation matters. • Ability to interpret HR policies and provide clear, practical advice to managers. • Knowledge of family-friendly policies and leave provisions. • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. • Strong time management skills with the ability to manage a busy and varied caseload. • Exceptional attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving. Additional Information • Hybrid working arrangement with 2–3 days per week in the office and the remainder working remotely. • Candidates must be willing to undergo and pass a Basic DBS Check. • Immediate availability or ability to start on 03 August 2026 is highly desirable. If you are an experienced Employee Relations professional looking for your next contract opportunity, we would love to hear from you.