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Linnaeus is a forward-thinking partnership of highly respected primary care and referral veterinary practices across the UK and Ireland, comprising some of the best clinicians in the profession. We are all individual but two important things bring us together; a commitment to excellence in everything we do and our passion to make A BETTER WORLD FOR PETS.
We are recruiting for a new Associate Relations advisor/ Employee Relations Advisor to join our supportive team. This role is initially for a fixed term basis until the end of the year with the possibility to go permanent.
Covering regions in the South you will ideally be based in the Midlands or South of the UK. The role is working remotely with occasional travel to our sites as and when needed. Therefore a driving license and access to transport is essential.
The Associate Relations Advisor will operate across our primary care businesses in Linnaeus UK. They will coach and support Line Managers and P&O/HR colleagues with the deployment of AR processes including disciplinary, grievance, performance management and involuntary separation.
Responsibilities include building trust, credibility and collaborative relationships with line managers and the wider P&O team. Using their employment law knowledge and best practice approach to advise on the mitigation of risks and minimizing adverse impacts to the organisation through proper application of policies, practices and adherence to regulatory requirements. Resolve issues and address customer needs to ensure situations are resolved fairly, objectively, consistently and in a manner that aligns with our Five Principles and the Associate Concept.
You will have experience working in a similar role and be passionate about associate/Employee Relations. Experience delivering training and supporting/coaching managers will also be beneficial.
In return you can expect a competitive salary, life assurance, 25 days holiday (+ bank holidays) per annum, discount scheme, contributory pension, and a supportive people team.
Part of an amazing global family Being part of this amazing global group gives us the benefit of a huge network of experts and specialists, a future we can invest in and the security that allows us to concentrate on what we do best – caring for pets. We are proud to count some of the finest specialists, veterinary surgeons and nurses in the UK among our team. Being part of the Mars family of businesses provides huge development opportunities across the group for our Associates. The future of the veterinary world is at the heart of everything we do. We are all individual but two important things bring us together: a commitment to excellence and our passion to make A BETTER WORLD FOR PETS. Linnaeus is owned by Mars, that makes us part of their 70,000 Veterinary Health Associates who spend their days thinking about the 400 million pets of the world and how to improve their lives. Being part of this amazing global group gives us the benefit of a huge network of experts and specialists, a future we can invest in and the security that allows us to concentrate on what we do best – caring for pets. Our Associates are fundamental to our success, and we are proud to count some of the finest specialists, veterinary surgeons and nurses in the UK among our team. Being part of the Mars family of businesses provides huge development opportunities across the group for our Associates. Linnaeus is an equal-opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, we are committed to fostering a culture that is inclusive and diverse for all our associates. If you would like to apply for this role, please click the Apply Button or for more information, please feel free to reach out directly to our Talent Acquisition team at careers@linnaeusgroup.co.uk
