Employee Relations Manager
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
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| Salary: | £49,387 to £56,515 a year |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | Exeter, EX2 7JQ |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Posting date: | 30 Sept 2026 |
| Closing date: | 12 Oct 2026 |
Summary
For more information on the Job Description and Responsibilities please click the link below. More detail about the role: Are you looking for a career with a dynamic team aiming to drive forward a Just and Learning Culture? Are you a highly skilled Employee Relations professional who is looking for a new challenge? If so, we have an opportunity for a Band 7 Employee Relations Manager within our Employee Support and Resolution Team based in Devon. This role will support the Trust in providing safe, high quality healthcare across Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust. As ER Manager you will work with a variety of internal and external stakeholders managing a complex and sensitive caseload of disciplinary, grievance, capability and attendance issues that arise from departments/managers. Working Pattern: 36 hours per week Interview Date: To be confirmed For further information please contact: Cathy Hughesman, Senior Employee Support and Resolution Manager on catherine.hughesman@nhs.net As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve. Preference will be given to staff with Priority and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon. The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received. The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust. For further information please refer to the Job description and Person Specification. Benefits We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team. This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we'll help you get there. Looking after you is important to us. We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies. If you're starting out in the NHS, you'll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays. You'll benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups. Salary is not the only financial benefit You'll have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers. You will also have access to other benefits including: National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts. Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter Car lease schemes. The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK). Cycle to work scheme These are just a few of the benefits available if the role is something you are interested in, we'd love to hear from you.