- Company: Primark
- Location: Reading, United Kingdom
- Job type: Full-time
- Salary: Not specified
About the role
Primark is seeking an Employee Relations Specialist to join their team in Reading. This full-time position is a hybrid opportunity, allowing you to work from home one to two days per week. You will serve as a trusted advisor on people matters, ensuring compliance with employment legislation while supporting managers and stakeholders across a designated region.
Responsibilities
- Provide expert guidance and case management support for complex employee relations issues, including disciplinary, grievance, and performance matters.
- Act as a trusted advisor on topics such as absence management, flexible working, family leave, and probation cases.
- Build strong relationships with stakeholders in Retail, Legal, Occupational Health, and Trade Unions to manage risk and deliver positive outcomes.
- Review and develop ER documentation, policies, and training materials to reflect legal requirements and best practices.
- Lead employee relations aspects of business change initiatives and organisational design projects.
- Analyse ER trends and metrics to drive continuous improvement and maintain accurate case records.
Requirements
- Strong Employee Relations experience in a fast-paced, multi-site environment.
- Excellent knowledge of employment law and ER best practice.
- Proven ability to influence, coach, and build credibility with stakeholders at all levels.
- Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills with a professional and diplomatic approach.
- Highly organised and resilient, with the ability to prioritise competing demands under pressure.
- A proactive mindset with a passion for continuous improvement and data-driven decision-making.
Pay and benefits
- Hybrid working arrangement with 1-2 days working from home.
- Healthcare coverage and pension scheme.
- 27 days of annual leave plus bank holidays, with the option to purchase 5 additional days.
- Access to a fitness centre and a subsidised cafeteria.
- Tax Saver Tickets and potential bonus.
How to apply
Apply directly on Primark’s own careers website. Omadaily never charges job seekers.
