Employee Relations Advisor

Employee Relations Advisor

�� Location: Aldgate, London (Hybrid Working)
�� Contract: 12 Months FTC
�� Salary: £42,000
�� Closing Date: 24TH March 2026
�� Interviews: w/c 30th March 2026

Centrepoint, the UK’s leading youth homelessness charity, is looking for an Employee Relations Advisor to join our People team.

This role will report into the HR Manager and focuses exclusively on Employee Relations casework, supporting managers across the organisation to handle complex people matters confidently and fairly.

About Centrepoint

Centrepoint works with vulnerable young people across the UK, providing accommodation, health support and life skills to help them move into education, employment and independent living.

Each year we support over 16,000 young people, helping them build brighter futures. Our ambition is to end youth homelessness by 2037.

Behind the services we provide is a dedicated workforce committed to making a difference. Our People team plays a key role in supporting colleagues across the organisation so they can continue delivering life-changing work for young people.

About the role

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced HR professional who enjoys working in Employee Relations and supporting managers through complex people challenges.

Reporting to the HR Manager, you will manage a varied ER caseload end-to-end, including disciplinary, grievance, sickness absence and performance management cases. You will provide clear, pragmatic advice to managers across the organisation while ensuring our policies and employment law obligations are applied consistently.

This role is not a developmental or step-up advisory role. We are looking for someone who is confident managing ER cases independently and who can take ownership of cases from initial advice through to resolution.

Alongside casework, you will also help identify trends from ER data and support initiatives that improve colleague experience and strengthen people management capability across Centrepoint.

What you’ll be doing

• Managing a full Employee Relations caseload, including disciplinary, grievance, absence and performance matters

• Leading ER cases end-to-end, including investigations and formal processes

• Providing professional, timely and practical advice to managers

• Supporting managers to develop confidence in people management

• Maintaining accurate case records and ER trackers

• Reviewing ER trends and identifying opportunities for improvement

• Working collaboratively with the wider People team to deliver a joined-up HR service

• Supporting ER-related training, projects and continuous improvement initiatives

About you

We are looking for someone who brings strong Employee Relations experience and the confidence to support managers through challenging situations.

You will be comfortable managing a busy ER caseload, working with competing priorities and navigating complex issues while maintaining professionalism and empathy.

You will also be someone who builds strong relationships and is confident offering clear advice and constructive challenge when needed.

What we’re looking for

• Experience managing Employee Relations cases independently

• Strong knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice

• Proven ability to manage complex ER casework from start to finish

• Confidence advising and influencing managers at different levels

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to manage a high volume caseload while maintaining attention to detail

• CIPD Level 3 qualification (or equivalent HR experience) desirable

Hybrid working

Centrepoint operates a hybrid working model, with colleagues expected to spend a minimum of 50% of their working week in the office. For most full-time roles this equates to five days across a two-week period.

This role will be based in our Aldgate, London office.

Using AI in applications

We recognise that some candidates may use AI tools to support their applications. While this is acceptable, we encourage applicants to ensure their responses reflect their own experience, skills and motivations for the role.

Why join Centrepoint?

Working at Centrepoint means being part of an organisation that is committed to creating real change for young people.

In return for your work, you’ll receive a competitive salary and a range of benefits including:

• 25 days annual leave, rising to 27 days

• Healthcare cash plan

• Private medical insurance

• Income protection

• Employer pension contributions of 5%

• Cycle to Work scheme

• Interest-free travel loan

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences.

If you’re an experienced HR professional looking to use your Employee Relations expertise in an organisation making a real difference, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now to join Centrepoint as our next Employee Relations Advisor.