firstPRO is now accepting resumes for a Employee Relations Partner role in Lexington, MA. This is a 12+month contract and onsite 5x per month.
The Employee Relations Partner will act as the central point of contact and subject matter expert to assigned business unit(s) for employee relation issues and concerns. The ER Partner coaches and advises people managers on progressive discipline, performance management, conflict resolution, and employment risk matters ensuring a consistent and aligned approach when managing employee relations across the business.
How you will contribute:
ACCOUNTABILITIES • Gather information and prepare documentation associated with employee relations issues. Work with people managers to prepare appropriate progressive discipline documentation. Track and store appropriate actions and documentation. Under the Employee Relations Head you will conduct workplace investigations on claims of harassment, discrimination and compliance related matters. Investigations include a development of an investigation plan, conducting interview(s), compiling documentation and notes, formulating finding(s), conclusion(s) and recommendation(s). Work with legal counsel and compliance as needed. • Provide expert advice, coaching, and assistance to management to address an array of employee conduct and performance issues and grievances with fluctuating levels of complexity while keeping HRBP's informed of the status, recommendations, and diagnosis of trends that may need attention. Work with managers on drafting performance management documentation. Also, participate in progressive discipline, performance management and reduction in force meetings to ensure clarity of message delivered to employee. • Manage the interactive process under the American with Disabilities Act. • Contribute to ER best practice education and policy development and provide counsel and guidance to manager and employees regarding HR policies, procedures, and practices.
DIMENSIONS AND ASPECTS
Leadership • This is an individual contributor role but you will need to model leadership behaviors.
Decision-making and Autonomy • The Employee Relations Partner will advise and make recommendations on most employee relations matters and will be expected to consult with the appropriate partners on complex ER matters to limit risk or exposure. Interaction • This role will require an ability to interact with individuals at all levels of the organization both verbally and in writing. Interactions should model company's values at all times.
Minimum Requirements/Qualifications: • Bachelor's degree; qualification in Human Resource Management is preferred plus a minimum of 7 years' experience in HR/Employee Relations. • Experience with Employee Relations in a diverse environment (exempt and nonexempt workforce) is preferred.