Senior Employee Relations

Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Employee Relations Counseling:
  1. Provide advice and guidance to employees and managers on a range of ER issues, such as performance management, disciplinary actions, grievance procedures, and conflict resolution.
  2. Conduct confidential counseling sessions with employees to address concerns and provide support.
• Investigations:
  1. Conduct thorough and impartial investigations into employee complaints, grievances, and allegations of misconduct.
  2. Interview witnesses, collect evidence, and prepare detailed investigation reports.
  3. Recommend appropriate disciplinary actions or corrective measures based on findings.
• Disciplinary Actions:
  1. Advise management on appropriate disciplinary actions, including verbal warnings, written warnings, suspensions, and terminations.
  2. Conduct disciplinary hearings and document proceedings.
  3. Ensure compliance with disciplinary procedures and legal requirements.
• Policy Development and Implementation:
  1. Develop, review, and update employee relations policies and procedures to ensure compliance with labor laws and organizational standards.
  2. Communicate policy changes to employees and management.
• Record-Keeping:

1. Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records, including personnel files, employment contracts, and performance reviews.
2. 
   Ensure compliance with data privacy and security regulations.

• Benefits Administration:

1. 
   Oversee the administration of employee benefits programs, including health insurance, retirement plans, and wellness programs.
2. 
   Stay up-to-date on benefits regulations and compliance requirements.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field

• A minimum of 3:5 years of experience in personal and employee relations 

• In-depth knowledge of labor laws and employee relations best practices

• Proficient in managing conflict and conducting effective investigations

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Ability to maintain confidentiality and manage sensitive information

• Proven ability to build trust and rapport with employees at all levels

• Organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively