Job Description

About the role

About the Role

We are looking for a dynamic Employee Relations Advisor who loves to help their business managers to solve issues, create a collaborative working environment and give employees a great reason to work for Bidfood. This role will keep you on your toes, even whilst you are a homeworker. You will be the point of contact for all complex ER cases, and you will need to be an expert in Employment Law in order to ensure the company and the employee are looked after well with your advice. You will be contacting managers via telephone, email and TEAMS so excellent communication skills is essential. You will work from home and so must be a self-starter and able to multitask. You will be part of a small team who are a great support and constantly bounce ideas off each other. Our service runs from 9am - 10pm and in this role you will determine your hours based on the needs of the business. You will normally work a typical day, but as the team covers each other and supports our evening shift managers there will be times when you will need to be flexible. We are flexible in return and this is a truly flexible role. This role will see you take Managers knowledge and skills to the next level. We want to ensure they are the fully rounded Manager and are confident to deal with all employee matters.

Key accountabilities include:
Act as a dedicated advisor to varying ER cases across Bidcorp following an end to end process. Ensure the use of correct ER templates and guides and coach people managers on the quality of completion of these guides. Support People Managers with the completion of ER outcome letters including but not limited to dismissals, appeals and grievances Build relationships with key stakeholders across Bidfood to promote good employee relations across the organisation Maintain and manage an accurate case log and efile management to provide data analytics to the business to support decision making Keep up to date with and communicate forthcoming legislative changes in good time for changes to be made / implemented, updating standards where necessary Upskill people managers in their ability to manage employee relations cases, developing line manager expertise specifically in managing disciplinary, grievance, fair treatment, capability and performance related issues through to appeal Ensure external legal costs are carefully managed, and advice is used appropriately and risks to budget escalated to ER Partner

If you think you can fulfil this role and are happy to work flexibly then take a look at what we can offer you.

About us

Our journey began back in 1929. Since then, we've continued to build a strong and resilient business with a great future. It's why we believe we're the best foodservice provider in the country.

A journey that gives back

We want your career with us to be as rewarding as possible. So, you'll get lots in return for your hard work. That includes benefits that can support your wellbeing and financial security, and give you peace of mind.

The essentials

33 days holiday (including bank holidays). A pension - contribute 4% and we'll match you (after year 1, we'll match your contributions up to 6%). Life cover that you can increase. Access to confidential support and counselling, when you need it. A health plan that gives you money back on everyday medical costs for all the family, as well as access to a digital GP.

The extras

Exclusive range of high street discounts including cinema, tech, travel, fashion, food and drink. Get paid as you earn - access to up to 20% of your pay before payday.

We want everyone to join our journey

We're on a journey towards creating the best possible workplace. We've got some way to go, but we're building a diverse and caring workforce. One that's filled with forward-thinking people who each bring unique talents and skills. So whatever your life experience, we want you to join us - and you really can come as you are!