ER Specialist - Workforce Change and Restructuring

ER Specialist - Workforce Change & Restructuring Specialist

• Fixed Term Contract for 6 months , potential of extension
• Salary: paying up to £75,000
• London, Glasgow or Northampton with hybrid working

Oakleaf Partnership are supporting a global Bank that is seeking an interim experienced Workforce Change & Restructuring Specialist. This is a pivotal role for an HR professional with proven experience in driving large-scale organisational change programmes in complex, regulated environments.

The Opportunity

You will take end-to-end accountability for the HR workstream on a range of critical projects, including restructurings, redundancies, TUPE transfers, senior exits, outsourcing/insourcing, site closures, mergers and acquisitions. This is a highly visible role where you'll partner with senior stakeholders, works councils, and unions, ensuring change programmes are delivered with precision, compliance, and impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Own delivery of the HR workstream for workforce change and restructuring projects, ensuring full governance, controls, and reporting are met.

• Lead people impact assessments, consultation strategies, and employee representative engagement.

• Design and deliver clear communication and consultation plans in partnership with senior leaders.

• Collaborate closely with HR Operations, Legal, and Career Transition Services to ensure smooth execution.

• Provide expert advice on complex workforce change issues and influence senior decision-makers.

• Identify risks, strengthen controls, and ensure adherence to regulatory standards.

Candidate Profile

• Strong background in Employee Relations and experience with workforce change, restructuring, and HR M&A within large-scale, complex organisations.

• Experience working with unions/works councils and handling consultation processes.

• A commercial ER Specialist who can combine strategic thinking with hands-on delivery.

• Resilient, detail-oriented, and confident operating at pace with senior stakeholders.

• Previous experience in financial services, professional services, or another highly regulated sector would be advantageous.