ER Absence Management Specialist

The ER Absence Management Specialist position centres on the opportunity to influence outcomes at scale, not just manage individual cases. It would suit someone who can bring coaching and supporting managers to lead confident, effective conversations to the role.

Where ownership sits

Full Time, fixed-term 12 months Join a high‑performing HR team at the heart of the organisation, where people strategy directly supports business success. From your physical and mental health to financial and social support and advice.

What the role carries

The opportunity to influence outcomes at scale, not just manage individual cases. Managing long‑term sickness absence cases from end to end.

What helps the work land well

Coaching and supporting managers to lead confident, effective conversations. Strong professional approach.

Practical details

• Health Assessment – As a manager you are eligible to an employer funded health assessment every 2 years.
• National – hybrid working from a local Royal Mail office with occasional national travel.
• Family friendly support - enhanced maternity pay, paternity leave, adoption leave and shared parental leave.
• Have access to your personal benefits account on our ‘My Bundle+’ platform. There are more than 800 retail offers to help you save on things like groceries, days out, holidays and.