I am recruiting for an experienced TUPE Project Lead to oversee the successful transfer of approximately 100 employees from multiple organisations into a single business. This is a pivotal role requiring strong expertise in TUPE, employee relations, consultation and change management.

Working closely with senior stakeholders, legal advisors, trade union representatives and employee representatives, you will lead the end-to-end transfer process, ensuring compliance, minimising risk and delivering a positive employee experience throughout the transition.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage a complex TUPE project involving multiple transferring organisations.
• Oversee all consultation activities, including engagement with employee representatives and recognised trade unions.
• Partner with senior leaders and legal advisors to ensure compliance with TUPE legislation and employment law.
• Manage due diligence processes, including review of Employee Liability Information (ELI).
• Develop and deliver clear communication and engagement plans throughout the transition.
• Identify and mitigate employee relations and organisational risks.
• Provide expert guidance on TUPE, consultation and employee relations matters.
• Support the integration of transferring employees into the organisation post-transfer.
• Ensure project milestones, timelines and deliverables are achieved.

Experience:

• Proven experience leading end-to-end TUPE transfers involving large employee populations.
• Strong background in employee relations, collective consultation and organisational change.
• Experience working directly with recognised trade unions and employee representatives.
• Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills.
• Strong knowledge of UK employment law and TUPE regulations.
• Ability to manage multiple workstreams within a fast-paced and evolving environment.
• Confident engaging with senior leadership teams and external advisors.

This is for a fixed time of six months.