On behalf of our client, Axon Moore are recruiting a Lead People and Culture Partner with a strong Employee Relations background to support a newly established People and Culture function within a large, complex organisation. This role will suit an experienced ER specialist who enjoys working hands-on with complex and high-risk casework. While the position operates at a senior level, it is not a purely strategic HR Business Partner role; the emphasis is firmly on end-to-end employee relations, manager support, and ER capability building.The successful candidate will: Lead and manage complex employee relations casework, including investigations, disciplinaries, grievances, hearings, and appealsAct as the senior escalation point for ER matters, providing expert, pragmatic advice to managersSupport and coach People Partners and Officers, strengthening ER capability across the teamAdvise on organisational change, consultation, and workforce planning from an ER perspectiveAnalyse ER data and trends to inform improvements and reduce riskPromote equality, diversity, inclusion, and safeguarding in all people practices Our client is seeking: CIPD Level 7 qualification or equivalent professional experienceExtensive experience in a hands-on Employee Relations role within a large or complex organisationStrong expertise in managing high-volume and complex ER caseworkIn-depth knowledge of UK employment lawThe ability to influence, challenge constructively, and provide clear, practical advi