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Diamond Search Recruitment is delighted to be recruiting for a dynamic Head of Employee Relations & Employee Experience. Our client is ideally seeking a candidate from an Education & Children’s Services background.Hybrid with presence 2 days a week in the Leeds officeTravel required across the businessSalary up to £70K with annual bonusThe candidate will lead the strategy and execution of all programmes that shape how employees are treated, supported, and engaged throughout their lifecycle at the company. While responsibilities vary, here is a comprehensive view of what this role typically covers:Employee Relations LeadershipPolicy & ComplianceDevelop, maintain, and oversee HR policies, ensuring legal compliance and alignment with company values.Monitor changes in labour laws and guide the organisation in adapting accordingly.Conflict Resolution & InvestigationsLead or oversee investigations related to misconduct, harassment, discrimination, performance concerns, or policy violations.Manage complex employee relations issues and provide expert guidance to HRBPs and managers.Ensure consistent, fair, and documented processes for all ER cases.Manager CoachingTrain and coach managers on handling difficult conversations, performance issues, and conflict.Build leader capability in people management and employee advocacy.Risk MitigationIdentify organisational or behavioural risks and proactively design interventions.Partner with Legal on high-risk ER issues and litigation readiness.Strategic HR LeadershipPeople Strategy & Organizational DevelopmentPartner with executives to align ER and EX strategies with business goals.Support