People Relations Specialist

Find your career possibilities# People Relations SpecialistTelfordP&C - GeneralistsFull timePeople Relations Specialist (Fixed-Term Contract to December 2026)Telford Head Office Full-timeMake a real impact where it matters most - our peopleAt Lyreco, we're committed to creating a fair, respectful and high-performing workplace. We're looking for an experienced People Relations Specialist to join our People & Culture team on a fixed-term basis, supporting the business through a high volume of employee relations casework.This is a fast-paced, hands-on role where your expertise will help managers navigate complex situations with confidence, consistency and care.What you'll do Manage a high-volume caseload of employee relations matters (disciplinary, grievance, performance, attendance) Lead thorough and compliant investigations, ensuring clear documentation and best practice Provide practical, commercially focused advice to managers in line with UK & ROI employment law Identify trends, risks and insights from casework to support better decision-making Collaborate with People Business Partners to drive effective outcomes Support continuous improvement of ER policies, processes and ways of workingWhat we're looking for Proven experience managing complex ER casework in a fast-paced environment Strong knowledge of UK & ROI employment law Confident advising and influencing managers Excellent written and verbal communication skills Highly organised, with the ability to manage multiple cases simultaneously Resilient, discreet and professional when handling sensitive mattersDesirable: CIPD Level 5+ (or equivalent) Experience in a commercial environment Familiarity with HR systems (e.g. Workday) Join a people-first, values-driven organisation Work in a supportive and collaborative People & Culture team Play a key role in ensuring fairness, consistency and positive employee outcomesOur valuesWe live by Excellence, Respect, Agility and Passion - and we're looking for someone who is humble, hungry and emotionally intelligent.As a diverse and forward-thinking employer, we embed the principles of equality, diversity, and inclusion into everything we do - with our people, customers, suppliers, and our local community.We're committed to the wellbeing of all our colleagues, to the sustainability of our environment, and to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and abilities, and we are happy to make reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and within the workplace.Agency CV's will not be accepted.