Senior Employee Relations Manager in Ireland, Scotland at Jobgether

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Senior Employee Relations Manager in Ireland.

This role offers an exciting opportunity to shape and strengthen employee relations practices within a dynamic and globally distributed organization. As a senior individual contributor, you will play a key role in fostering a respectful, inclusive, and high-performing workplace culture through both proactive initiatives and complex employee relations case management. You will collaborate closely with HR leaders, managers, and cross-functional stakeholders to guide investigations, support organizational change, and mitigate workplace risks. The position combines strategic influence with hands-on execution, allowing you to contribute to policy development, leadership coaching, and workforce engagement initiatives at scale. Ideal for a seasoned ER professional, this role requires strong judgment, exceptional communication skills, and the ability to balance sensitive issues with long-term people strategies in a fast-paced international environment.

• Lead and manage complex employee relations investigations involving workplace concerns, policy violations, and conflict resolution matters across global teams.
• Provide expert guidance and consultation to managers, HR teams, and senior leaders on employee relations issues, performance management, workplace conduct, and organizational policies.
• Partner with stakeholders to ensure fair, respectful, and compliant handling of employee matters while maintaining confidentiality and professionalism.
• Analyze employee relations trends and workplace data to identify root causes, recommend solutions, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support organizational projects and global initiatives related to employee engagement, inclusion, compliance, and risk mitigation.
• Design and deliver training programs, workshops, guidelines, and best practices focused on workplace behavior, performance management, and conflict prevention.
• Contribute to the development and interpretation of HR policies, leave accommodations, reduction-in-force processes, and employee support frameworks.
• Promote a culture of openness, trust, accountability, and inclusion through proactive coaching and employee relations strategies.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience; advanced degree or legal studies background is considered a strong advantage.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in Employee Relations, HR Business Partnering, or related HR advisory roles within global organizations.
• Strong expertise in employment law principles, workplace investigations, compliance practices, and risk management strategies.
• Proven ability to manage sensitive employee issues with sound judgment, empathy, and professionalism across all organizational levels.
• Excellent interpersonal, stakeholder management, and influencing skills, with the ability to build strong partnerships across functions and leadership teams.
• Strong analytical mindset with experience using workforce data and trends to drive strategic employee relations decisions.
• Demonstrated experience designing and facilitating successful training and development programs for managers and employees.
• Advanced communication and presentation skills, both written and verbal, including public speaking capabilities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools, particularly Word and PowerPoint.
• Ability to thrive in fast-paced environments while balancing strategic initiatives and urgent employee matters effectively.

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation package including base salary, potential bonuses, and stock grants.
• Comprehensive healthcare and employee benefits programs.
• Flexible remote working opportunities across the United Kingdom and selected EMEA locations.
• Inclusive and collaborative work culture focused on employee wellbeing and belonging.
• Career development opportunities within a globally recognized and innovative organization.
• Exposure to international HR and employee relations initiatives in a multicultural environment.
• Access to ongoing learning, professional development, and leadership growth opportunities.
• Opportunity to contribute to meaningful workplace culture and employee experience initiatives at global scale.