We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Employee Relations Specialist to manage moderately complex employee relations (ER) cases. This role involves conducting investigations, advising leadership, and ensuring compliance with employment laws and company policies. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in ER, labor relations, and conflict resolution, and will thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
Responsibilities
Employee & Labor Relations
Conduct confidential investigations into misconduct, including harassment, discrimination, and policy violations. Manage Compliance Hotline/Speak Up cases through resolution and document outcomes. Facilitate terminations, including drafting letters, conducting meetings, and maintaining documentation. Provide guidance to managers on employee relations best practices and fair treatment. Influence and coach leaders through sensitive employee situations. Partner with legal counsel and HR Business Partners to mitigate risk and ensure compliance. Interpret and apply company policies and collective bargaining agreements. Support unionized environments by resolving grievances and participating in arbitrations. Build positive relationships with employees, union representatives, and Works Councils. Medical Accommodations
Manage the medical accommodation process in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders. Facilitate interactive discussions with HR and medical experts. Document accommodation decisions in the appropriate systems. Corrective Action & Performance Management
Educate leaders on corrective action processes and SMART objectives. Advise on performance issues and support development of performance improvement plans. Promote a culture of high performance and engagement. Maintain accurate records of employee actions and outcomes. Minimum Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Organizational Psychology, Business, or related field. 5-7 years of HR experience in employee relations, with a strong focus on investigations. Experience working in a fast paced; high-volume environment (required) In-depth knowledge of employment laws and HR compliance requirements. Experience using HRIS and case management systems. Must be local to Holly Springs, NC and able to work onsite 4 days/week. Preferred / Nice to Have Qualifications
Experience in unionized environments and labor relations. SHRM certification (SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP). Bilingual in English and Spanish - strong preference. Experience supporting multiple locations and working in a global, matrixed organization.
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Employee & Labor Relations
Conduct confidential investigations into misconduct, including harassment, discrimination, and policy violations. Manage Compliance Hotline/Speak Up cases through resolution and document outcomes. Facilitate terminations, including drafting letters, conducting meetings, and maintaining documentation. Provide guidance to managers on employee relations best practices and fair treatment. Influence and coach leaders through sensitive employee situations. Partner with legal counsel and HR Business Partners to mitigate risk and ensure compliance. Interpret and apply company policies and collective bargaining agreements. Support unionized environments by resolving grievances and participating in arbitrations. Build positive relationships with employees, union representatives, and Works Councils. Medical Accommodations
Manage the medical accommodation process in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders. Facilitate interactive discussions with HR and medical experts. Document accommodation decisions in the appropriate systems. Corrective Action & Performance Management
Educate leaders on corrective action processes and SMART objectives. Advise on performance issues and support development of performance improvement plans. Promote a culture of high performance and engagement. Maintain accurate records of employee actions and outcomes. Minimum Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Organizational Psychology, Business, or related field. 5-7 years of HR experience in employee relations, with a strong focus on investigations. Experience working in a fast paced; high-volume environment (required) In-depth knowledge of employment laws and HR compliance requirements. Experience using HRIS and case management systems. Must be local to Holly Springs, NC and able to work onsite 4 days/week. Preferred / Nice to Have Qualifications
Experience in unionized environments and labor relations. SHRM certification (SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP). Bilingual in English and Spanish - strong preference. Experience supporting multiple locations and working in a global, matrixed organization.
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