Employee Relations Specialist Jobs

The Foundation
We are the largest nonprofit fighting poverty, disease, and inequity around the world. Founded on a simple premise: people everywhere, regardless of identity or circumstances, should have the chance to live healthy, productive lives. We believe our employees should reflect the rich diversity of the global populations we aim to serve. We provide an exceptional benefits package to employees and their families which include comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with no premiums, generous paid time off, paid family leave, foundation-paid retirement contribution, regional holidays, and opportunities to engage in several employee communities. As a workplace, we’re committed to creating an environment for you to thrive both personally and professionally.
The Team
The Human Resources team, with a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, takes on complex challenges; we continually test new approaches and embrace change where it will facilitate the best outcome. You'll work alongside a diverse group of HR professionals who are passionate about creating an excellent employee experience, providing client-focused solutions, and implementing consistent and equitable people practices.
Your Role
We are seeking an Employee Relations Specialist to function as an employee relations Subject Matter Expert (“SME”), contributing to the support and enhancement of policy and process, mainly supporting US operations but with opportunities to support globally.
The primary function of the role is conducting internal employment investigations on behalf of the foundation. The role also provides support to address various employee relations and compliance issues, including performance management and global separations.
The role will develop a deep understanding of the foundation’s businesses and associated roles, and in partnership with the Employee Relations Lead will identify trends and opportunities for improvement in process, policy, and education.
What You’ll Do

• Provide overflow and back-up support to Employee Relations Lead.
• Advise HR stakeholders, including HR Business Partners/Consultants, about global separation management and compliance. Partner with Legal to ensure global compliance. 
• Own additional separation and performance-related support as processes continue to be developed and updated.
• Own and maintain internal documentation and resources on intranet and internal HR SharePoint.
• Autonomously conduct investigations of internal workplace policy concerns raised through internal and external channels. Investigative steps include interviewing relevant parties, assessing risk, analyzing supporting documentation, and synthesizing information gathered to draft internal reports with factual findings.
• Create materials, conduct trainings, and support implementation on related policies and processes.
• Own and maintain consistent global processes associated with employee separations in partnership with HR operations teams, HR Business Partners/Consultants and Legal.
• Maintain thorough records and prepare high quality written reports of the investigation which provide a clear and logical account of the allegations, investigative work performed, key findings and conclusions, ensuring that the conclusion is evidence based.
• Handle the policy, process and documentation questions from HR Business Partners/Consultants and HR COEs.

Your Experience

• Some experience with employee relations issues outside of the US is highly preferred.
• Credentials in business, HR, employee relations, and/or law are beneficial.
• Strong interpersonal and intercultural communication skills, verbally and in writing.
• Must be able to legally work in the country where this position is located without visa sponsorship.
• Experience with, or willingness to learn, case management systems and HRIS (Workday) technology.
• A track record of being highly organized with strong attention to detail and systems thinking.
• Project management skills and bias for action to ensure timely completion of projects and investigations.
• Ability to diagnose problems to identify and drive appropriate solutions.
• Demonstrated proficiency in MS office with the willingness to deepen skills in analytical tools.
• Experience in the successful management of employee relations activities, including employment investigations, with willingness to expand knowledge to understand broader HR processes and responsibilities.
• Experience assessing organizational risk and providing guidance to mitigate.
• Bachelor’s degree required, with 3+ years of related experience.
• Knowledge of US employment law trends, best practices, and regulatory issues.
• Conflict management and de-escalation skills.
• Strong business acumen with client orientation.
• Strong time management and prioritization skills.
• Familiarity with working in a highly complex, matrix environment and/or working across multiple groups to drive issues to resolution.

The typical salary range for this role is $71,070.00 to $130,810.00. The exact offer will be determined by a variety of factors such as the candidate’s individual skills, qualifications, and experience relative to the requirements of the role.
Hiring Requirements
As part of our standard hiring process for new employees, employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a background check.
Depending upon your work location, we may require proof of full vaccination against COVID-19 and any recommended booster doses. All employees based in the United States are to provide proof of full vaccination upon hire and any recommended boosters, subject to applicable laws.
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Inclusion Statement
We are dedicated to the belief that all lives have equal value. We strive for a global and cultural workplace that supports ever greater diversity, equity, and inclusion — of voices, ideas, and approaches — and we support this diversity through all our employment practices.
All applicants and employees who are drawn to serve our mission will enjoy equality of opportunity and fair treatment without regard to race, color, age, religion, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, disability, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and prior protected activity.