Employee Relations Lead - 12-month FTC at Ghd in Manchester, England, United Kingdom | Kablio

Role

Description

case management

people analytics

hr strategy

policy development

training delivery

change management

Oversee and resolve sensitive cases, settlements, and conciliation processes.
Build strong internal client relationships and provide commercial HR support to leaders.
Partner with legal and compliance teams to manage risk and ensure regulatory alignment.
Leverage people analytics to uncover trends and support informed decision-making.
Provide expert guidance on HR frameworks across the employee lifecycle – from recruitment and performance to succession and retention.
Ensure GHD policies reflect legal, cultural, and DEI developments.
Guide and mentor the business partnering team in best practice case management.
Support and influence organisational change and transformation projects.
Lead ER-related training and capability-building across the business.
Act as the go-to expert on complex ER matters, including performance, conduct, grievances, and disciplinaries.
Lead and evolve the ER strategy for the UK region.
Collaborate with the global People team and external networks to share insights and drive innovation.

Requirements

strategic hr

uk law

er strategy

acas

employment tribunals

emotional intelligence

Experience supporting business units as a strategic HR partner.
Composed – calm and professional under pressure.
Adaptable – comfortable navigating ambiguity and shifting priorities.
Influential – skilled in engaging and persuading others with integrity.
Credible – trusted to deliver with consistency and professionalism.
Deep expertise in UK employment law and managing complex ER issues including ACAS processes and Employment Tribunals.
High emotional intelligence, resilience, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
Demonstrated success in leading ER strategies and influencing senior stakeholders.

Benefits

Competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package (pension, medical, income protection, enhanced parental leave, and more).
Up to 25 days annual leave + option to buy up to 4 additional weeks.
Access to our Employee Network Groups and tools to support your mental health and wellbeing.
The chance to be part of a company committed to diversity, sustainability, and ethical leadership.
Clear career pathways—whether your passion lies in technical excellence, client leadership, or people management.

Training + Development

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Interview process

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Visa Sponsorship

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Security clearance

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Company

Overview

1928

Year Founded

The organization has been evolving since 1928, starting as a small engineering practice and growing into a global powerhouse.

5 Continents

Global Presence

The organization operates across five continents, with key markets including Australia, the United States, and the UK.

With a focus on innovation, it integrates expertise across various sectors to deliver world-class solutions.
The organization is known for tackling large and complex projects, such as designing bridges and tunnels and constructing energy-efficient buildings.
Notable projects include infrastructure development for major cities and energy-efficient solutions for industrial facilities.
The organization continues to expand its digital and technological capabilities to ensure solutions are cutting-edge and sustainable.

Culture + Values

Safety
Teamwork
Respect
Integrity

Environment + Sustainability

2050

Net-zero target validated by SBTi

Science-based target validated by the Science-Based Targets Initiative (SBTi) for achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by FY2050.

2025

Carbon neutral commitment

Committed to achieving carbon neutrality for Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2025.

70%

Recycled materials in packaging

Boxes for electrical products use 70% recycled materials and are fully recyclable.

Prioritising direct emissions reductions over purchasing carbon offsets (statement from Enterprise Sustainability Leader)
Partnered with Decarbonisation Network to support clients' decarbonisation roadmaps and accelerate net-zero goals
Slimline packaging to reduce material usage and transportation impact

Inclusion & Diversity

Level 4–5

GDEIB Inclusion Benchmark

Targeting level 4–5 on the Global Disability Inclusion Benchmarking (GDEIB) by 2025.

9 Employee Groups

Resource Groups Established

Established 9 Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to support various diversity demographics.

Board‑mandated aim to become #1 in industry for inclusion & diversity
I&D strategy built on five behaviours: open, informed, accountable, empathetic, bold
Inclusion & Diversity goals embedded in employee performance reviews
Awards: Employer of Choice for Gender Equality (2020–2022), Workforce Diversity Award (2021), Disability Equality Index – Best Places to Work for Disability Inclusion (2023)

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Role

Description

case management

people analytics

hr strategy

policy development

training delivery

change management

Oversee and resolve sensitive cases, settlements, and conciliation processes.
Build strong internal client relationships and provide commercial HR support to leaders.
Partner with legal and compliance teams to manage risk and ensure regulatory alignment.
Leverage people analytics to uncover trends and support informed decision-making.
Provide expert guidance on HR frameworks across the employee lifecycle – from recruitment and performance to succession and retention.
Ensure GHD policies reflect legal, cultural, and DEI developments.
Guide and mentor the business partnering team in best practice case management.
Support and influence organisational change and transformation projects.
Lead ER-related training and capability-building across the business.
Act as the go-to expert on complex ER matters, including performance, conduct, grievances, and disciplinaries.
Lead and evolve the ER strategy for the UK region.
Collaborate with the global People team and external networks to share insights and drive innovation.

Requirements

strategic hr

uk law

er strategy

acas

employment tribunals

emotional intelligence

Experience supporting business units as a strategic HR partner.
Composed – calm and professional under pressure.
Adaptable – comfortable navigating ambiguity and shifting priorities.
Influential – skilled in engaging and persuading others with integrity.
Credible – trusted to deliver with consistency and professionalism.
Deep expertise in UK employment law and managing complex ER issues including ACAS processes and Employment Tribunals.
High emotional intelligence, resilience, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
Demonstrated success in leading ER strategies and influencing senior stakeholders.

Benefits

Competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package (pension, medical, income protection, enhanced parental leave, and more).
Up to 25 days annual leave + option to buy up to 4 additional weeks.
Access to our Employee Network Groups and tools to support your mental health and wellbeing.
The chance to be part of a company committed to diversity, sustainability, and ethical leadership.
Clear career pathways—whether your passion lies in technical excellence, client leadership, or people management.

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

1928

Year Founded

The organization has been evolving since 1928, starting as a small engineering practice and growing into a global powerhouse.

5 Continents

Global Presence

The organization operates across five continents, with key markets including Australia, the United States, and the UK.

With a focus on innovation, it integrates expertise across various sectors to deliver world-class solutions.
The organization is known for tackling large and complex projects, such as designing bridges and tunnels and constructing energy-efficient buildings.
Notable projects include infrastructure development for major cities and energy-efficient solutions for industrial facilities.
The organization continues to expand its digital and technological capabilities to ensure solutions are cutting-edge and sustainable.

Culture + Values

Safety
Teamwork
Respect
Integrity

Environment + Sustainability

2050

Net-zero target validated by SBTi

Science-based target validated by the Science-Based Targets Initiative (SBTi) for achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by FY2050.

2025

Carbon neutral commitment

Committed to achieving carbon neutrality for Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2025.

70%

Recycled materials in packaging

Boxes for electrical products use 70% recycled materials and are fully recyclable.

Prioritising direct emissions reductions over purchasing carbon offsets (statement from Enterprise Sustainability Leader)
Partnered with Decarbonisation Network to support clients' decarbonisation roadmaps and accelerate net-zero goals
Slimline packaging to reduce material usage and transportation impact

Inclusion & Diversity

Level 4–5

GDEIB Inclusion Benchmark

Targeting level 4–5 on the Global Disability Inclusion Benchmarking (GDEIB) by 2025.

9 Employee Groups

Resource Groups Established

Established 9 Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to support various diversity demographics.

Board‑mandated aim to become #1 in industry for inclusion & diversity
I&D strategy built on five behaviours: open, informed, accountable, empathetic, bold
Inclusion & Diversity goals embedded in employee performance reviews
Awards: Employer of Choice for Gender Equality (2020–2022), Workforce Diversity Award (2021), Disability Equality Index – Best Places to Work for Disability Inclusion (2023)

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