Find where you belong!

We’re looking for someone who’s passionate about supporting people and helping managers navigate employee relations with care, fairness and confidence. 

As an Employee Relations Advisor at Travelodge, You’ll be part of a supportive central ER team, working collaboratively to deliver a high-quality ER service that balances employee wellbeing with business needs.

 

What’s it all about?

As an ER Advisor, you’ll be the go-to specialist for line managers seeking advice and support on all aspects of employee relations, from every day queries to more complex cases.  You’ll provide timely, consistent, and solutions-focused guidance to help our managers confidently handle matters such as:

Conducting investigations into disputes and grievances

Hearing disciplinary & grievance cases, including those that are reported through our confidential whistleblowing portal

Ensuring processes are fair, consistent and legally compliant

Supporting managers to resolve issues at the earliest possible stage

Building manager capability through coaching and knowledge sharing

 

Alongside supporting our line managers, you’ll be expected to develop good working relationships with line managers in the area you support, using data to identify any trends and provide recommendations on training needs.  You’ll also work closely with the Employee Relations Team Leader to manage cases through the ACAS and Tribunal process.

Why Travelodge?

We believe in creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can be their true self and belong.  We work hard to improve the diversity of our teams and celebrate our differences.  And we care about our colleagues’ wellbeing, so we ensure there are plenty of resources available so everyone can look after their emotional, physical, financial and work wellbeing.  We call this “Better Me”.

Who will this appeal to?

This role is best suited to someone who is:

Experienced in handling a broad range of employee relations cases

Knowledgeable of UK employment law and HR best practice

Confident in providing clear, pragmatic advice to line managers

Able to manage sensitive situations with professionalism and empathy

A strong communicator, with great attention to detail with the ability to build trusted relationships with key stakeholders

What are the extra bits? 

This permanent role is part-time, working 30 hours each week.

Salary of up to £28,000 (equivalent of £35k FTE) - depending on experience

Hybrid working – you can spend 40% of your time working at home

50% personal discount for hotel bookings and great friends and family discounts too!

Contributory pension scheme 

25 days holiday + bank holidays, increasing with length of service

Annual bonus* 

A focus on learning and career development