Employee Relations Partner

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

📋 Description

• Deliver consistent and strategic Employee Relations consultation to both managers and employees.

• Address employee concerns and provide guidance on conflict resolution, disciplinary measures, and termination processes.

• Conduct and engage in all stages of local HR investigations.

• Formulate investigation plans and execute fair, impartial, and timely investigations.

• Oversee the daily management of reported issues using ServiceNow and Navex case management systems.

• Handle employee relations issues by interpreting policies related to conflict resolution, disciplinary actions, and termination protocols.

• Collaborate with Operational Management, Business HR, Labor Relations, Legal Teams, and other specialists on intricate Employee Relations cases.

• Provide high-quality HR support through performance management, risk mitigation in legal compliance, administration of relevant union collective bargaining agreements, employee communication, and partnership with centers of excellence.

• Analyze and interpret data to track employee relations trends and support proactive and preventative measures.

• Offer recommendations to Operational Management and HRBPs.

• Stay informed about legal mandates and employment laws within the region.

• Travel as necessary to company locations within the designated region.

• Execute additional duties as assigned.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in human resources, organizational management, law, or a related field; or four (4) additional years of relevant experience.

• At least five (5) years of experience in HR compliance, HR generalist roles, or employee relations.

• Intermediate proficiency in the MS Office suite.

• Familiarity with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations (Intermediate level).

• Skill in conducting sensitive investigations and recognizing violations of federal, state, and local laws and/or company policies.

• Strong organizational, analytical, and negotiation abilities.

• Excellent conflict resolution skills and capacity to maintain impartiality during investigations.

• Proficient oral and written communication skills.

• Ability to establish and maintain professional relationships at all organizational levels.

• Capability to handle confidential information appropriately.

• Competence to work independently with minimal supervision.

• Willingness to learn and train on the technology and functional aspects of case management systems.

• Flexibility to operate effectively and a self-driven attitude to succeed in a fast-paced environment.

• Ability to manage multiple tasks, stay highly organized, and utilize time effectively.

• Detail-oriented with strong follow-up practices.

• Bilingual in English and Spanish is an advantage.

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical insurance.

• Prescription insurance.

• Dental insurance.

• Vision insurance.

• Life insurance.

• Options for disability insurance.

• Paid time off for vacation.

• Paid time off for illness.

• Paid bereavement leave.

• Paid family leave.

• Paid parental leave.

• Tax-advantaged 401(k) retirement savings plan.

• Potential for annual bonuses, commissions, and/or long-term incentive plans based on level and/or type.

• Opportunities for professional growth.

• Employee voice and influence in the workplace.