Employee Relations Manager

Description

• Serve as a primary contact to manage the performance management processes for both hourly and salaried employees, including coaching and counseling support
• Collaborate with HR business partners, legal counsel, and management to ensure consistency and compliance in addressing complex employee relations issues and mitigate risk to the organization
• Advise and guide managers on disciplinary actions, ensuring compliance with company policies and legal regulations
• Conduct thorough and impartial investigations into employee complaints, allegations of misconduct or violations of company policies; recommend follow up actions, as necessary, and ensure all appropriate next steps are followed.
• Partner with leaders to develop and monitor the implementation of a performance improvement process with non-performing employees and reviews, guides and approves management recommendations for employment terminations.
• Analyze trends and patterns in employee relations issues; identify areas for improvement, and recommend proactive measures to address root causes
• Train managers and supervisors on best practices for handling employee relations matters, including performance management, disciplinary actions, and terminations
• Stay updated on employment laws and regulations to ensure compliance and mitigate potential liabilities
• Develop and implement employee relations policies, procedures, and training programs to promote a culture of respect, fairness, and professionalism
• Serve as a primary point of contact to investigate workplace issues and conflicts providing guidance, support, and resolution strategies
• Maintain accurate records and documentation related to employee relations activities, ensuring confidentiality and data privacy

Requirements

• Ability to work independently with minimal day to day guidance.
• 8 yrs experience in employee relations, performance management, conflict resolution and conducting investigations.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build rapport and trust with diverse stakeholders.
• Strong knowledge of employment laws and regulations with the ability to interpret and apply them in a practical manner.
• Proactive identification of employee relations issues and risks.
• Creative problem-solver with the ability to think strategically, analyze data, identify trends, and develop actionable recommendations.
• Keen attention to detail, sound judgment, tact, and diplomacy.

Benefits

• Life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment insurance.
• Great Place to Work
• Short- and long-term disability.
• Employee discount programs.
• Comprehensive medical benefits coverage, dental plans and vision coverage.
• Retirement plan with a generous company match.
• Employee and Family Assistance Program (EAP).
• Health care and dependent care spending accounts.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance