Lead Employee Relations Partner

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

📋 Description

• Oversee and probe into high-stakes and intricate employee relations cases.

• Formulate and execute sophisticated employee relations strategies and procedures.

• Act as investigator, team leader/mentor, and project manager for significant ER initiatives.

• Conduct interviews with individuals accused, witnesses, and those reporting incidents.

• Compile investigative outcomes into comprehensive reports and data-driven suggestions.

• Safeguard confidential investigative records and ensure data integrity in the case management system.

• Guarantee that investigative procedures adhere to employment laws and company policies.

• Provide counsel to HR leadership, legal advisors, and management on intricate employee relations matters.

• Design and deliver training on investigative methods, legal adherence, and conflict resolution.

• Evaluate employee relations patterns and propose strategic interventions.

• Guide junior team members.

• Consult with the Office of the General Counsel concerning Civil Rights complaints and EEOC charges.

• Act as a subject matter expert in judicial proceedings when required.

• Review intricate disciplinary actions for adherence to policies and risk reduction.

• Lead and assist in Reduction in Force and Job Reassignment initiatives.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, law, or a related discipline.

• Certified investigator (AWI) or the capability to achieve designation within 1 year.

• At least 6 years of experience in an Employee Relations position.

• Proficiency in resolving complex investigations.

• Experience coaching both managers and employees.

• Familiarity with a highly regulated industry or a large-scale organization.

• Thorough understanding of local, state, and federal laws governing investigations and related personnel matters.

• Advanced knowledge of employment laws and regulations, including ADA, FLSA, EEO, FMLA, Title VII, and other pertinent statutes.

• Ability to identify and define problems, collect and analyze complex data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.

• Unwavering integrity, confidentiality, and professionalism.

• Capability to produce routine reports and business correspondence.

• Strong interpersonal and communication abilities.

• Expertise in investigative techniques, including witness interviews, credibility assessment, and report writing.

• Advanced conflict-resolution skills with a proven history of addressing high-stakes employee relations issues.

• Background and drug screening required upon offer.

• Consistent and reliable attendance is crucial.

• Advanced degree (Master's in HR, JD) is preferred.

• HR Certification (PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP) is preferred.

• Familiarity with ACG personnel policies and procedures is preferred.

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical plans with various coverage options, including HSA eligibility.

• Coverage for prescription medications.

• Dental and vision insurance.

• Employee Assistance Program.

• Company-sponsored basic life insurance.

• Optional supplemental life insurance and dependent coverage.

• Short-term and long-term disability insurance.

• Options for critical illness, accident, and pet insurance.

• 401(k) plan with company matching and additional contributions.

• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) options.

• Paid Time Off (PTO).

• 10 company-paid holidays per year for full-time employees.

• 1 mental health day, 2 floating holidays, and 1 volunteer day for full-time employees.

• Paid leave options, including parental, bereavement, jury duty, and military leave.

• Tuition assistance of up to $5,250 annually.

• Support for professional certification with 100% reimbursement for eligible programs.

• Opportunities for career development and advancement.

• Complimentary AAA membership, including roadside assistance and travel discounts.

• Adoption assistance program.

• Remote work from a home office for daily operations.

• Annual bonus potential based on performance.