Why this Network?
The Employee Relations (ER) and Industrial Relations (IR) network builds on CRF’s 30+ year track record of enhancing knowledge, capability and effectiveness in the HR function by recognising the issues, challenges and opportunities directly related to this specialist area.
The network will initially focus on, but will not be limited to, the upcoming legislative changes, including shifts in collective bargaining laws, new protections for gig economy workers, and stricter requirements for workplace compliance, which demand proactive strategies and real-time insights.
Benefits of joining the ER/IR Network
Exclusive in-person and
online events for networking,
discussion and learning.
Annual Research Paper
combining academic input,
case studies and
practitioner views.
Free place on CRF’s ER
Learning Programme
and discounted access to the SD’s Interim ER/IR Talent pool.
This network will enable you to
- Build knowledge. Stay informed with updates on legislative change, case law developments, and policy trends.
- Share expertise. Foster open dialogue to exchange good practice, perspectives, approaches and solutions with senior colleagues in a confidential environment.
- Strengthen relationships. Engage directly with policymakers, peers, unions, and leaders to shape future workplace relations.
- Be prepared. Ensure your organisation and teams remain compliant and equipped to handle complex industrial challenges.
- Build capability. Enhance the capability of your team and the broader function in navigating the ER/IR landscape.
Who is the network for?
This network is open to HR and ER leaders, Legal Advisors, and anyone managing Employee Relations or navigating Industrial Relations disputes.
Whether in a unionised or non-unionised environment, the insights, learning and connections offered will be invaluable. Membership of the network gives access to the Leader and their broader team, to be used as appropriate.
2025 Agenda
- March: First networking dinner
- June: Webinar
- October: Dinner (supported by new research)
- December: Christmas Keynote and Lunch
Plus CRF Learning: Creating a ‘Win-Win’ Employee Relations Strategy
ER/IR Network members are eligible for one complimentary place at this learning programme.
Investment required
£8,000
For existing CRF Members
£9,500
For non-CRF-members
If you are interested in attending any of the upcoming events, or for more details, please contact Jessica Finn or complete the form below.
Network membership in detail
Membership benefits include:
- 3 x in-person events including 1x larger annual event allowing team members to benefit from in-person connections. Events comprise of Chatham House discussion over dinner/drinks with expert opinions sourced by CRF.
- 1x webinar – for wider teams. Topics to be more suited to the broader audience.
- 1 x CRF Research Paper combining academic input, case studies, practitioner views and models/frameworks.
- 1 x complimentary place at the CRF Learning ER Programme – value circa. £2,500. This is an annual offer open to your ER/IR team.
- Advisory Support from CRF and existing Members of the ER Network.
- Support, knowledge sharing and legal updates from a leading UK Employment Law Firm .
- Discounted access to Strategic Dimensions’ qualified pool of Interim ER/IR Talent. Given the challenges faced by organisations, and a limited talent pool, SD can help hire quality talent, quickly, whilst providing insights and trends from the market.
FREE TO ACCESS
Summary Notes: Implications of the UK Employment Rights Bill
CRF convened senior HR professionals to
discuss the employee relations climate
in the UK and the recently published UK
Employment Rights Bill and its implications
for employee relations…
Resources
Post Meeting Notes: The New Deal at Work Advisory Breakfast
CRF Learning: Creating a ‘Win-Win’ Employee Relations Strategy
Speed Read: Beyond Engagement – Creating a Purposeful Employee Experience
