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HR Business Partner-Employee Relations

Justice Cannabis Co., Trenton, New Jersey, us, 08628

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technical, hands-on/on-site role

requires someone who is adept at managing the complexities of HR operations and employee relations complaints. The successful candidate will excel at balancing multiple responsibilities, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and be prepared to handle all HR-related tasks as required. Core Responsibilities Employee Relations & Performance Serve as the primary HR point of contact for employee relations issues across the organization Advise and coach managers on discipline, performance management, and corrective action Support and lead investigations, conflict resolution, and sensitive employee matters Draft and issue coaching, warning, and termination documentation Promote a culture of accountability, professionalism, and respect HR Compliance & Workplace Risk Compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws Coordinate with third-party leave and workers compensation vendors Maintain accurate documentation and ensure required notices and filings are completed Identify risk trends and escalate issues to HR leadership Workforce & Field HR Operations Manage the full employee life cycle for assigned locations, including onboarding, transfers, promotions, and terminations Ensure required HR documentation and approvals are completed accurately and on time Partner with leadership on staffing, engagement, and retention strategies Support employee onboarding, orientation, and offboarding Partnership & Culture Serve as a trusted advisor to managers on people strategy, communication, and compliance Lead or support engagement, morale, and retention initiatives Participate in HR projects and initiatives that support business and growth goals Provide reporting and insights to HR leadership on people trends and operational risks

MUST HAVES: Sound judgment with the ability to assess complex, emotionally charged situations, distinguish real risk from noise, and make fair, legally sound decisions that protect both the organization and its people. Bachelors degree in HR or related field; equivalent experience considered in lieu of degree. 4 + years of experience in human resources 2+ years of experience in strong employee relations/investigations Time management skills work under pressure & managing a changing work load Strong written and verbal communication skills; able to communicate with tact and diplomacy. Effective at capturing and synthesizing information from multiple parties Solid and hands-on understanding of human resources practices to include leave of absence laws. Ability to handle sensitive and highly personal information daily and maintain confidentiality in a mature and insightful manner. Ability to write complex HR documents Advanced Microsoft Office Skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) Summary On-site role- Ewing, NJ The Human Resources Business Partner Employee Relations serves as the primary frontline HR partner, providing hands-on support across employee relations, compliance, performance management, and workforce operations. This role works closely with the field team and the Head of People to ensure consistent, legally compliant, and people-centered HR practices across a highly regulated, multi-state environment. This role is designed for a high-impact HR professional with

strong Employee Relations

who thrives in fast-moving operations, handles sensitive employee matters with confidence and discretion, and understands how to balance business needs with employment law, risk management, and employee advocacy. This position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance; life insurance; short- and long-term disability; and paid time off. Team members must complete required enrollment to activate benefit coverage once the applicable waiting period has been met. Salary $75000 - $78000 USD per year recblid hoft8ejj8dbk96lvj9bwi2u5na99ep