Employee Relations Adviser
London Borough of Islington
About The Role
We are seeking a proactive and confident Employee Relations Adviser to support the delivery of a high‑quality HR service across the organisation. In this role, you will work closely with the Employee Relations Specialist to provide managers with clear, practical advice on the application of policies, pay and conditions, and the legal and best‑practice aspects of employment matters.
You will have responsibility for managing your own varied employee relations caseload, supporting managers through a range of matters including disciplinary, capability, grievance and absence cases, ensuring these are handled in line with organisational policy and best practice. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to build or further develop a career in employee relations within a supportive and experienced team.
A key part of the role will involve working closely with managers to build their confidence and capability in managing people issues, while also developing constructive working relationships with Trade Union representatives to support effective employee relations and collective discussions. You will contribute to a consistent corporate approach by supporting employee relations frameworks, including participation in formal meetings and ensuring accurate records are maintained.
You will also play an important role in organisational change activity, advising and supporting managers through consultation processes, ensuring risks are identified and managed appropriately, and that redeployment processes are handled effectively and fairly. The role requires strong analytical and written skills, as you will maintain detailed case records, interpret complex information, and produce clear, high‑quality correspondence to progress casework and organisational change activity in line with current legislation.
This is an excellent opportunity to gain broad, hands‑on experience across a wide range of employee relations matters while making a meaningful impact within a large and diverse organisation.
For an informal discussion about the role, please contact:
Lamin Ceesay, Employee Relations Manager
[email protected]
Tel: 07811 043750
We kindly ask that recruitment agencies do not contact us regarding this vacancy. We are managing the recruitment process internally and will reach out directly should we require external support. Thank you for your understanding.
Working for the team, service and our organisation
Islington is a place rich with diversity and culture. As a council our sense of purpose couldn’t be clearer: we serve. It’s in the logo. We are committed to challenging inequality in the borough and as one of the largest employers we know that to look after the place and the planet, we have to look after our people. Together we can change the future.
We are determined to create a more equal Islington, where everyone who lives here has an equal chance to thrive.
To do this, everyone who works at Islington Council lives by a set of values which guide us in everything that we do: collaborative, ambitious, resourceful, and empowering. They spell out ‘CARE’, which is what we think public service is all about.
- Up to 31 days leave per year, increasing to 36 days after five years of local government service
- A range of flexible working arrangements to maintain a healthy work-life balance, as well as a 35-hour working week
- Learning and development opportunities to maximise your potential
- Competitive pay and a commitment to paying all staff the London Living Wage at minimum
- Excellent local government pension scheme
- Cycle to Work scheme and discounted gym memberships
- Local discounts from restaurants, shops, health and beauty therapists, and more!
We maintain a zero-tolerance approach to any unlawful discrimination, harassment, or victimisation on the grounds of any protected characteristics under the 2010 Equality Act, including but not limited to race, disability, sexual orientation, sex, religion and belief, age, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy, and maternity. Any incidents of discrimination will be promptly investigated and addressed in line with our HR policies to ensure a safe and inclusive environment for all colleagues.
We use data to identify and address disparities, ensuring that our policies and practices are transparent and impactful in promoting a diverse representation of backgrounds and perspectives at all levels of the organisation. We look at inequality through an intersectional lens, recognising that different aspects of someone’s identity can combine to create unique experiences of discrimination and disadvantage.
We know that advancing diversity and inclusion is a continuous journey, and we must listen to our colleagues and learn where we can further improve. We work closely with our Colleague Forums and Trade Unions, supported by active allies from our Corporate Management Team, to monitor and evaluate our practices, identify barriers, and empower colleagues to promote equality and inclusion in the workplace.
Every one of us has a role to play in making Islington Council a truly inclusive workplace. By living out our CARE (collaborative, ambitious, resourceful, and empowering) values every day and embedding the principles of equality, equity, diversity, and inclusion in our work, we can all actively contribute to empowering people and creating a more equal Islington.
Pre‑Employment Checks
Any offer of employment will be subject to the successful completion of required pre‑employment checks. These may include:
- Proof of address
- Evidence of any name changes (if applicable)
- Right to work in the UK
- Overseas criminal record check (if applicable)
- Satisfactory references
- Occupational Health clearance
- Evidence of professional qualifications or registrations
- DBS check at the appropriate level (if applicable)
