Employee Relations Advisor

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Missouri.

📋 Description

• Design and execute programs and tools that enable confidential communication channels for employees, collaborating closely with the Employee Relations Manager.

• Aid in the development and application of company-wide policies and procedures related to employee relations.

• Address employee complaints and issues in a fair and timely manner while safeguarding the interests of all parties involved.

• Conduct investigations into reported violations and suggest appropriate corrective actions.

• Maintain precise and timely records of case files, documentation, follow-ups, performance improvement plans, and disciplinary actions.

• Offer guidance, coaching, and counseling to Human Resources and leadership on critical employee relations issues.

• Contribute to internal initiatives, training development, and projects aimed at continuous improvement across HR/ER.

• Identify and propose enhancements to processes, procedures, policies, and technologies.

• Assess employee relations case risk levels and determine routing in accordance with escalation protocols.

• Assist in the monitoring, analysis, and evaluation of case management processes and systems to meet business needs and ensure compliance.

• Establish reporting mechanisms for metrics related to employee relations, analyze trends, and propose strategies to improve engagement and decrease turnover.

• Seek out opportunities to optimize processes and enhance interpersonal and team dynamics.

• Keep abreast of state and federal employment laws and regulations.

• Foster relationships with HR, legal, and other pertinent teams to ensure alignment and collaboration on employee relations issues.

⛳️ Requirements

• Minimum of 8 years of progressive HR or related experience.

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, or a related field.

• Professional HR Certification is preferred but not mandatory.

• Proven expertise in employee and/or labor relations strategy.

• Comprehensive understanding of HR policies and procedures.

• Familiarity with Federal and State regulations, including EEO laws and regulations.

• Ability to work collaboratively and exert influence effectively.

• Capacity to share information while maintaining a balance between transparency and confidentiality.

• Skill in delivering feedback and difficult messages in an unbiased, direct, constructive, and sincere manner.

• Strong critical thinking abilities to synthesize data, resolve complex problems, draw conclusions, and make recommendations.

• Competence in objectively evaluating alternative approaches and assessing their impact on individuals and the business.

• Candidates must reside within the Central U.S.

🏝️ Benefits

• Health coverage.

• Financial wellness support.

• Personal wellness support.

• Benefits, bonuses, and incentive payments may be included as part of the overall compensation package.

• Reasonable accommodations available for individuals with disabilities.