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&lt;p&gt;As one of the Best Big Companies to Work For, we have a rich history of loving our customers and looking after our teams.&lt;/p&gt; 
&lt;p&gt;We understand that success is achieved through our people, and we are searching for a&lt;strong&gt; &lt;/strong&gt;committed and passionate Employee Relations &amp; Engagement Specialist to join our growing business. This role will be field based with travel nationwide. &lt;/p&gt; 
&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;PURPOSE OF ROLE&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt; 
&lt;p&gt;To be an advocate for the employment relationship supporting Employee Relations, Wellbeing, D&amp;I &amp; Reward, through the creation of transparent policy, process and undertaking relevant project work to drive engagement. You will also be responsible for sharing best practice across group and associated Companies.&lt;/p&gt; 
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt; 
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&lt;li&gt;To provide a high standard of advice and guidance on ER and Engagement activity, in accordance with strategic operational and legislative requirements&lt;/li&gt; 
&lt;li&gt;To work in collaboration with specialist teams to deliver activity aligned to: Wellbeing, D&amp;I, Reward and Employee Relations that meet both business and customer need&lt;/li&gt; 
&lt;li&gt;To continually assess our policy and procedures ensuring they comply with current legislation and align with strategy and culture&lt;/li&gt; 
&lt;li&gt;To be a proactive participant  in project work as required within the team or as part of wider cross functional working group&lt;/li&gt; 
&lt;li&gt;Involvement in group-related BAU activity and case escalations&lt;/li&gt; 
&lt;li&gt;To create and deliver ER training sessions as required to drive capability within the HR function and the management population&lt;/li&gt; 
&lt;li&gt;To support the employment solicitors in their management of Iceland and Group tribunal claims, providing clear instruction on any settlement discussions&lt;/li&gt; 
&lt;li&gt;Provide on-site support for escalated ER issues across the estate, as required and at short notice&lt;/li&gt; 
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;KEY MEASURES&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt; 
&lt;p&gt;-       Consistent and legally compliant ER practices in place, underpinned by robust company policies&lt;/p&gt; 
&lt;p&gt;-       Improved compliance on ER issues&lt;/p&gt; 
&lt;p&gt;-       Collation and analysis of data e.g. Tribunal claims, disciplines, redundancies, and continuous education of line managers&lt;/p&gt; 
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;KEY SKILLS&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt; 
&lt;p&gt;-       Experience in providing commercial and legally sound advice on escalated ER matters&lt;/p&gt; 
&lt;p&gt;-       Experience in managing an Employment Tribunal caseload&lt;/p&gt; 
&lt;p&gt;-       Experience with Trade Unions and dispute resolution&lt;/p&gt; 
&lt;p&gt;-       Experience in creation and delivery of ER training&lt;/p&gt; 
&lt;p&gt;-       Agile communication skills&lt;/p&gt; 
&lt;p&gt;-       Strong presentation skills&lt;/p&gt; 
&lt;p&gt;-       Effective Planning and Organisational skills&lt;/p&gt; 
&lt;p&gt;-       Resilience&lt;/p&gt; 
&lt;p&gt;-       Ability to influence&lt;/p&gt; 
&lt;p&gt;-       Analytical skills&lt;/p&gt; 
&lt;p&gt;-       PC literate&lt;/p&gt; 
&lt;p&gt;-       Full, clean UK driving licence and access to a vehicle&lt;/p&gt; 
&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;u&gt;What to expect from us:&lt;/u&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt; 
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&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Collaborative environment&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/li&gt; 
&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;25 days holiday, plus 8 days bank holiday&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/li&gt; 
&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;15% store discount, 30% club individual restaurant discount&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/li&gt; 
&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Free parking&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/li&gt; 
&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Highly subsidised restaurant onsite with our own Michelin Star Chef!&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/li&gt; 
&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Subsidised Costa onsite&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/li&gt; 
&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Charity fundraising events&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/li&gt; 
&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Educational sponsorship&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/li&gt; 
&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Enhanced maternity/paternity leave&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/li&gt; 
&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Long service awards&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/li&gt; 
&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Reward &amp; recognition&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/li&gt; 
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