Employee Relations Specialist
Green Street Advisors, Newport Beach, CA, United States
Position Overview
The People Partner (Employee Relations Specialist) plays a critical role in supporting employee relations, HR operations, and policy execution across the organization. This role is hands‑on and execution‑focused, providing day-to‑day HR support while partnering closely with senior People & Culture leadership to ensure employee issues are addressed consistently, thoughtfully, and in alignment with company values and legal requirements.
This position supports North America and APAC People & Culture needs, with a primary focus on employee relations, exit processes, and policy support, and collaborates closely with People & Culture leadership in those regions.
Job Responsibilities Employee Relations Support
Support employee relations matters including investigations, documentation, coaching conversations, and follow‑ups
Partner with People & Culture leadership on performance improvement processes (PIPs), including documentation, meeting coordination, and ongoing tracking
Participate in employee meetings related to employee relations matters as needed
Ensure employee relations issues are handled consistently, timely, and with appropriate documentation
Partner with external employment counsel as needed by supporting information gathering, documentation, and follow‑up in coordination with People & Culture leadership
Maintain accurate and timely documentation related to employee relations matters, ensuring appropriate follow‑up and record‑keeping
Exit & Offboarding
Conduct employee exit interviews and synthesize insights and trends
Partner with People & Culture leadership to identify themes, risks, and opportunities based on exit data
Support off‑boarding processes to ensure a smooth, respectful, and compliant employee experience
Policy & Handbook Support
Assist with drafting, updating, and maintaining HR policies and employee handbook content
Support the rollout and communication of policy updates
Partner with People & Culture leadership to ensure policies align with evolving legal and business needs
HR Generalist & Operational Support
Provide general HR guidance to employees and managers on policies, procedures, and HR programs
Serve as a first point of contact for managers seeking guidance on employee issues, policies, and HR processes
Support the development and rollout of manager training related to performance improvement processes (PIPs) and employee relations, in partnership with People & Culture leadership
Collect and analyze employee data and trends (e.g., attrition, exit themes, engagement insights) to help proactively identify risks and inform People & Culture decisions
Coordinate and monitor completion of required compliance trainings (e.g., harassment prevention), ensuring accurate tracking and follow‑up
Support compliance‑related postings and notices (e.g., required labor law posters), ensuring materials are accurate, current, and appropriately distributed across regions
Support ad‑hoc HR initiatives and projects as needed, including compliance‑related work and documentation clean‑up
Collaborate with People & Culture team members across regions to support consistent HR practices
Partnership & Collaboration
Escalate complex or high‑risk matters appropriately while maintaining ownership of day‑to‑day execution
Model discretion, professionalism, and positive intent in all interactions
Provide direct execution support to People & Culture leadership to help manage workload across employee relations, policy, and compliance priorities
Candidate Profile
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field required
3–6 years of progressive HR Generalist or Employee Relations experience
Hands‑on experience supporting employee relations matters, including investigations, documentation, and sensitive employee conversations
Experience supporting performance improvement processes (PIPs), including documentation and follow‑up
Strong written communication and documentation skills
Working knowledge of U.S. employment laws and HR best practices, including multi‑state requirements; experience supporting Canada and APAC employment practices a plus
Ability to exercise discretion and sound judgment when handling confidential information
Comfortable managing competing priorities in a fast‑paced environment
HR certification (PHR, SHRM‑CP) a plus
Compensation, Benefits and Work Authorization In addition to the posted base salary range, this position is eligible for a performance bonus and benefits (subject to eligibility requirements) listed here. Total compensation is based on several factors including, but not limited to, type of position, location, education level, work experience, and certifications. This information is applicable for all full‑time positions.
Green Street will not sponsor or transfer employment work visas for this position. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.
EEOC/Diversity Green Street is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Green Street does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other reason prohibited by law in provision of employment opportunities and benefits.
Pay Range USD $85,000.00 - USD $100,000.00 /Yr.
Incentive Performance Bonus + Incentive Performance Bonus
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This position supports North America and APAC People & Culture needs, with a primary focus on employee relations, exit processes, and policy support, and collaborates closely with People & Culture leadership in those regions.
Job Responsibilities Employee Relations Support
Support employee relations matters including investigations, documentation, coaching conversations, and follow‑ups
Partner with People & Culture leadership on performance improvement processes (PIPs), including documentation, meeting coordination, and ongoing tracking
Participate in employee meetings related to employee relations matters as needed
Ensure employee relations issues are handled consistently, timely, and with appropriate documentation
Partner with external employment counsel as needed by supporting information gathering, documentation, and follow‑up in coordination with People & Culture leadership
Maintain accurate and timely documentation related to employee relations matters, ensuring appropriate follow‑up and record‑keeping
Exit & Offboarding
Conduct employee exit interviews and synthesize insights and trends
Partner with People & Culture leadership to identify themes, risks, and opportunities based on exit data
Support off‑boarding processes to ensure a smooth, respectful, and compliant employee experience
Policy & Handbook Support
Assist with drafting, updating, and maintaining HR policies and employee handbook content
Support the rollout and communication of policy updates
Partner with People & Culture leadership to ensure policies align with evolving legal and business needs
HR Generalist & Operational Support
Provide general HR guidance to employees and managers on policies, procedures, and HR programs
Serve as a first point of contact for managers seeking guidance on employee issues, policies, and HR processes
Support the development and rollout of manager training related to performance improvement processes (PIPs) and employee relations, in partnership with People & Culture leadership
Collect and analyze employee data and trends (e.g., attrition, exit themes, engagement insights) to help proactively identify risks and inform People & Culture decisions
Coordinate and monitor completion of required compliance trainings (e.g., harassment prevention), ensuring accurate tracking and follow‑up
Support compliance‑related postings and notices (e.g., required labor law posters), ensuring materials are accurate, current, and appropriately distributed across regions
Support ad‑hoc HR initiatives and projects as needed, including compliance‑related work and documentation clean‑up
Collaborate with People & Culture team members across regions to support consistent HR practices
Partnership & Collaboration
Escalate complex or high‑risk matters appropriately while maintaining ownership of day‑to‑day execution
Model discretion, professionalism, and positive intent in all interactions
Provide direct execution support to People & Culture leadership to help manage workload across employee relations, policy, and compliance priorities
Candidate Profile
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field required
3–6 years of progressive HR Generalist or Employee Relations experience
Hands‑on experience supporting employee relations matters, including investigations, documentation, and sensitive employee conversations
Experience supporting performance improvement processes (PIPs), including documentation and follow‑up
Strong written communication and documentation skills
Working knowledge of U.S. employment laws and HR best practices, including multi‑state requirements; experience supporting Canada and APAC employment practices a plus
Ability to exercise discretion and sound judgment when handling confidential information
Comfortable managing competing priorities in a fast‑paced environment
HR certification (PHR, SHRM‑CP) a plus
Compensation, Benefits and Work Authorization In addition to the posted base salary range, this position is eligible for a performance bonus and benefits (subject to eligibility requirements) listed here. Total compensation is based on several factors including, but not limited to, type of position, location, education level, work experience, and certifications. This information is applicable for all full‑time positions.
Green Street will not sponsor or transfer employment work visas for this position. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.
EEOC/Diversity Green Street is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Green Street does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other reason prohibited by law in provision of employment opportunities and benefits.
Pay Range USD $85,000.00 - USD $100,000.00 /Yr.
Incentive Performance Bonus + Incentive Performance Bonus
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