Interim Head of Industrial Relations (temp to perm)
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- England,London,City of London
- Full Time, Contract
- £100,000 - £120,000 per annum
Job Description:
Full job descriptionInterim Head of Industrial Relations - Temp to Perm - London Hybrid
Experienced Industrial Relations Consultant to advise and support a complex organisation operating within a highly unionised and regulated environment.This role is suited to a seasoned IR professional with strong technical knowledge, sound judgement, and the ability to operate discreetly at senior levels during periods of change, negotiation, or heightened industrial activity.Key Responsibilities
*Provide expert advice on industrial relations strategy, employee relations risk, and union engagement
*Lead or support collective bargaining, consultation exercises, and negotiations with recognised trade unions
*Advise on dispute resolution, industrial action preparedness, and contingency planning
*Ensure organisational approach aligns with relevant employment legislation, agreements, and best practice
*Support senior leaders with briefing materials, messaging, and stakeholder strategy
*Partner with HR, legal, and operational leaders on complex ER and IR matters
*Promote constructive workforce relationships while protecting organisational objectives
Candidate Profile
*Significant experience in industrial relations, employee relations, or trade union engagement
*Strong working knowledge of UK employment law and collective frameworks
*Proven track record of managing union relationships and negotiations
*Credible at executive and board level, with excellent influencing skills
*Calm, pragmatic, and resilient under pressure
*High standards of professionalism and discretion
*Consulting, interim, or advisory experience is highly desirable
You will be able to start a new role immediately and commit to working in a hybrid manner from the London office. For the right person this will become a permanent role.
Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C’s, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
Experienced Industrial Relations Consultant to advise and support a complex organisation operating within a highly unionised and regulated environment.This role is suited to a seasoned IR professional with strong technical knowledge, sound judgement, and the ability to operate discreetly at senior levels during periods of change, negotiation, or heightened industrial activity.Key Responsibilities
*Provide expert advice on industrial relations strategy, employee relations risk, and union engagement
*Lead or support collective bargaining, consultation exercises, and negotiations with recognised trade unions
*Advise on dispute resolution, industrial action preparedness, and contingency planning
*Ensure organisational approach aligns with relevant employment legislation, agreements, and best practice
*Support senior leaders with briefing materials, messaging, and stakeholder strategy
*Partner with HR, legal, and operational leaders on complex ER and IR matters
*Promote constructive workforce relationships while protecting organisational objectives
Candidate Profile
*Significant experience in industrial relations, employee relations, or trade union engagement
*Strong working knowledge of UK employment law and collective frameworks
*Proven track record of managing union relationships and negotiations
*Credible at executive and board level, with excellent influencing skills
*Calm, pragmatic, and resilient under pressure
*High standards of professionalism and discretion
*Consulting, interim, or advisory experience is highly desirable
You will be able to start a new role immediately and commit to working in a hybrid manner from the London office. For the right person this will become a permanent role.
Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C’s, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
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Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited
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