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Tripod Partners are currently seeking a dedicated and proactive Band 5 Employee Relations (ER) Advisor to join one of our trusted NHS clients. If you're passionate about people, process, and policy—and thrive in a supportive, fast-paced HR environment.Please note: This role requires working on-site 4 days per week in Croydon. If you are unable to commit to this, unfortunately your application will not be considered.Role:As an ER Advisor, you will be the first point of contact for HR queries across the Trust, delivering expert, reliable and timely advice in line with policies, procedures, and employment law. You’ll work closely with Senior ER Advisors and the HR Business Partnering team to ensure high-quality HR service delivery across the board.Key Responsibilities:Provide advice and support on a range of employee relations mattersManage complex sickness absence cases from start to resolution (including termination meetings)Liaise with Occupational Health and ensure actions and communications are handled professionally and compliantlySupport cases involving fixed-term contracts, professional registrations, visa renewals, flexible working requests, and probation managementExercise autonomy over your time and diary, managing your workload with minimal supervisionEscalate complex issues where appropriate, while handling day-to-day ER queries confidently and independentlyWhat We’re Looking For:Experience in managing sickness absence cases is a key requirement for the role.Solid background in HR or Employee Relations within a complex organisationNHS experience *Essential*Must be able to work onsite in Croydon 4 days per week.Strong understanding of UK employment lawExperience handling sickness absence management, HR casework, and providing HR guidance at all levels