Sr Employee Relations Spec

General Summary of Position
The Senior Employee Relations Specialist serves as a strategic advisor and thought leader driving a culture of trust accountability and organizational excellence. This role plays a critical part in shaping employee relations strategies that align with business objectives addressing complex workplace concerns managing high-impact employee relations initiatives and ensuring compliance with labor laws and corporate policies.As a senior-level expert this position leads investigations provides advanced conflict resolution and delivers proactive solutions to mitigate risks while fostering a positive and inclusive workplace environment. The Senior ER Specialist partners closely with senior leaders and HR teams to guide decision-making ensure consistent application of policies and champion equitable treatment across the organization.Demonstrating advanced strategic thinking and the ability to navigate ambiguity the Senior ER Specialist anticipates challenges and proposes innovative approaches to elevate workplace relationships and employee engagement. This role is instrumental in driving cultural transformation promoting organizational resilience and enabling the achievement of both employee and business success.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide Strategic Employee Relations Support and Leadership Coaching:Act as a trusted advisor to senior leaders and stakeholders delivering expert employee relations guidance fostering organizational alignment and building leadership capability at all levels.
• Policy and Compliance Oversight:Lead the interpretation and application of complex employee relations policies procedures and federal and state labor laws ensuring compliance while adapting to evolving legal landscapes and organizational priorities.
• Risk Mitigation and Strategic Decision-Making:Champion a risk-aware culture by identifying and addressing potential employee relations risks proactively. Provide senior-level insights to influence practical balanced decisions that align with organizational values and compliance standards.
• Performance Management and Leader Enablement:Guide leaders in managing and resolving complex performance and behavioral challenges through strategic documentation coaching and monitoring to ensure consistent and equitable outcomes.
• Advanced Conflict Resolution and Facilitation:Lead high-stakes conflict resolution efforts mediating sensitive issues and facilitating constructive dialogue to achieve sustainable resolutions that support organizational objectives.
• Governance of Employment Decisions:Oversee the decision-making process for terminations and other employment-related actions ensuring compliance with all applicable laws and organizational policies while minimizing legal risks. Escalate critical matters to ER leadership as appropriate.
• Leadership in Investigations:Manage and oversee sensitive high-impact investigation caseloads ensuring timely and thorough fact-finding stakeholder engagement and objective recommendations that support organizational integrity and trust.
• Compliance Expertise and Proactive Advisory:Stay at the forefront of labor and employment law trends providing strategic insights and guidance to mitigate risks and enhance compliance across the organization.
• HR Leadership and Advocacy:Serve as a senior tier of the employee relations team exemplifying ethical leadership fostering trust and driving a culture of inclusion accountability and continuous improvement.

Minimal Qualifications
Education

• Bachelor's degree Human Resources Business or a related field required

Experience

• 5-7 years Resolving complex employee relations issues conducting highly sensitive workplace investigations and resolving high stakes conflicts required

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Expert Knowledge of Employment Laws and Regulatory ComplianceDemonstrates advanced expertise in federal state and local employment laws as well as regulatory requirements related to employee relations ensuring proactive risk management and organizational compliance in a dynamic legal landscape.
• Strategic Influence and LeadershipExhibits exceptional influencing and relationship-building skills effectively driving strategic business outcomes in complex scenarios including those with ambiguous ownership or cross-functional accountability.
• Advanced Coaching and Advisory SkillsProvides high-level coaching and thought partnership to leaders and employees delivering meaningful insights with a strategic perspective while fostering open-mindedness and balanced decision-making.
• Proven Agility in Ambiguity and Complex Problem-SolvingOperates autonomously with confidence navigating uncertainty and leveraging innovative approaches to resolve intricate employee relations challenges and advance organizational objectives.
• Exceptional Communication and Stakeholder EngagementMasters advanced verbal and written communication skills tailoring messages for diverse audiences fostering collaboration and ensuring clarity in high-stakes or sensitive situations.