Job Description

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About The Role

Salary:

62,000 - 65,000

Location:

Chelmsford/ Hybrid Working Available

Hours:

37

Contract:

Permanent

Closing Date: 23rd June 2025

Make a real difference at ECL - where people are at the heart of everything we do.



We're looking for an experienced HR Business Partner - Employee Relations and Organisational Development to lead the development and delivery of our Employee Relations (ER) strategy. This is a fantastic opportunity to partner with managers and the wider HR team to shape a supportive, inclusive, and high-performing working culture across our organisation.



As the ER lead, you'll drive meaningful change, act as a trusted advisor, and support a culture where our employees feel valued, engaged, and aligned with ECL's mission to deliver outstanding care and support services.

What we're looking for

Proven experience in a senior HR or ER-focused role, ideally in a complex or unionised environment. Deep knowledge of UK employment law and confident handling of complex ER cases. Strong analytical and influencing skills, with a solutions-focused and coaching mindset. A collaborative leader who can engage at all levels and challenge constructively. Experience with organisational development, culture change and employee engagement initiatives.

Why join us?

At ECL, we pride ourselves on our people-first approach. You'll be joining a supportive team in an organisation where your expertise and insights will truly shape the employee experience and make a difference to those we support every day.



We offer a flexible working culture, great development opportunities, and a chance to be part of something genuinely meaningful.




Ready to make a real impact?



Apply now and help us build a positive, inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.



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About You

To be considered as a HR Business Partner, you need:

Relevant degree and/ or equivalent experience plus CIPD Level 7. Chartered Member of the CIPD or nearing completion of membership assessment. Expertise in UK employment law, ER case management and HR best practises Experience in leading culture change at a senior level. Proven experience in driving employee engagement and cultural change. Strong influencing, coaching and relationship building skills with senior stakeholders. Expertise in the ability to analyse workforce data, identify trends and create strategic action plans. Commitment to and understanding of DEI (Diversity, Equity & Inclusion). Excellent communication, problem solving and conflict resolution skills. Demonstrated ability to balance competing priorities/projects with the ability to adapt to the changing needs of the organisation while meeting deadlines and providing high quality work and service level. UK driving licence and ability to travel between sites when required.

What we can offer you as a HR Business Partner:

45p paid per mile tax-free Up to 35 days annual leave a year (inclusive of bank holidays) Fully paid induction and training with ongoing support Career development opportunities with access to paid for qualifications Annual salary reviews Annual performance-related bonus Enhanced DBS and renewals paid for by ECL Company pension - Enhanced contributory NEST scheme - we contribute up to 6% Healthcare support scheme via Healthshield paid for by ECL Employee Loyalty Scheme with long service awards Enhanced employee referral program - earn up to 1500 for referring a friend Employee Assistance Programme available 24/7 Access to Blue Light Card Mental health first aiders in every service Reimbursement of professional membership related to your role

ECL reserve the right to close this vacancy early depending on application numbers.
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About Us

At ECL, we offer care and support to thousands of people to live safely and independently within their own homes and local communities in South East England. We provide high quality social care services in Essex, London Borough of Havering, London Borough of Barking & Dagenham and West Sussex aimed at wellbeing, prevention and increasing independence.


We are an equal opportunities employer and positively encourage applications from suitable candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.


We are proud to be part of the Disability Confident scheme which helps to employ, support and promote disabled people in the workplace.


ECL does not hold a visa sponsor licence therefore, applicants who do not have the right to work in the UK, and/or require visa sponsorship in order to continue working in the UK, cannot be considered for this role.


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