Employee Relations Business Partner - #1688573

Job Title: Employee Relations Business Partner

Location: Edinburgh – Hybrid

Salary: Competitive DOE

Benefits: Exceptional benefits

Avenue Scotland are currently recruiting an excellent opportunity for an experienced Employee Relations professional to join a reputable and well-established legal firm. You will play a key role in shaping and maintaining a positive employee experience, supporting leaders and employees in fostering a fair, consistent, and engaging workplace culture.

This role will suit someone with strong knowledge of employment law, experience handling complex casework, and a passion for delivering pragmatic, people-centred solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and deliver effective employee relations strategies and initiatives that support positive working relationships.


• Provide expert advice and guidance to managers on policies, procedures, and best practice across all aspects of employee relations.


• Lead on grievance, disciplinary, and capability matters—ensuring thorough, timely, and impartial investigations.


• Support managers in addressing performance concerns and developing action plans where necessary.


• Act as a mediator to resolve workplace conflicts and facilitate constructive dialogue between employees and leaders.


• Deliver coaching and training to managers on handling ER matters confidently and in line with company policy.


• Review and analyse ER trends and data to identify risks and areas for improvement, providing recommendations to enhance employee engagement.


• Work closely with internal stakeholders, including Diversity & Inclusion, to ensure consistent and inclusive policy application.


• Monitor employee morale and propose initiatives to maintain a high-performing, engaged workforce.


• Support generalist HR activity where required and contribute to broader HR projects.

Essential Experience & Skills:

• Previous experience in a similar employee relations-focused HR role.


• Strong working knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practices.


• Demonstrated ability to manage complex casework with a calm, methodical, and impartial approach.


• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and coaching skills.


• Proven mediation and conflict resolution abilities.


• Ability to handle sensitive matters with discretion and professionalism.


• Comfortable working independently while collaborating effectively with colleagues and stakeholders.


• Experience using HRIS and/or case management systems.

Desired Experience & Qualifications:

• Experience within a professional services or regulated environment.


• CIPD qualification or currently working towards it (or equivalent practical experience).


• Additional qualifications or training in mediation or employee relations.

For more information please contact Millie.

01383 628477

********@avenuescotland.co.uk