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Sr Employee Relations SpecialistRobert Half • New York, NY, US
Sr Employee Relations Specialist

Sr Employee Relations Specialist

Robert Half • New York, NY, US
12 days ago
Job type
  • Temporary
Job description

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced Senior Employee Relations Specialist to join our team in New York, New York. This is a long-term contract position, offering the opportunity to build lasting relationships and contribute to organizational success.

SENIOR ER SPECIALIST

JOB SUMMARY

We are seeking an experienced Senior Employee Relations Specialist to conduct complex workplace investigations and partner with HR Legal Ethics amp Compliance and business leaders to resolve employee relations matters. This role requires strong investigative skills employment law knowledge and the ability to navigate sensitive situations with professionalism and discretion.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Investigation amp Case Management

  • Lead thorough impartial investigations of policy violations discrimination harassment and retaliation claims across all business units
  • Document findings and maintain confidential case records in ServiceNow system
  • Manage multiple high-priority investigations simultaneously while meeting established deadlines

Consultation amp Advisory

  • Provide expert guidance to stakeholders on complex employee relations cases including recommended actions and potential outcomes
  • Advise on appropriate disciplinary measures and corrective actions based on investigation findings
  • Collaborate with Legal team on cases with potential litigation risk

    • Compliance amp Risk Management

  • Stay current on federal state and local employment laws and regulations
  • Identify trends and recommend policy updates to mitigate organizational risk
  • Support compliance audits and reporting requirements

    • EDUCATION

    Bachelor's degree in HR Industrial Relations Business or related field

  • Experience : Minimum 3 years in employee relations with demonstrated investigation experience
  • Technical Skills : Proficiency in HRIS systems ServiceNow preferred and Microsoft Office Suite
  • Legal Knowledge : Strong understanding of employment law including Title VII ADA FMLA and state-specific regulations

    • ESSENTIAL SKILLS

  • Investigative Excellence : Proven ability to conduct thorough unbiased workplace investigations
  • Communication : Exceptional written and verbal communication skills for all organizational levels
  • Analytical Thinking : Strong problem-solving abilities with attention to detail - Confidentiality : Demonstrated ability to handle sensitive information with complete discretion - Judgment : Sound decision-making skills in ambiguous and high-stakes situations

    • PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Master's degree in HR Law or related
  • PHR SHRM-CP or similar HR certification
  • Experience in multi-state or global organizations
  • Background in employment law or workplace investigations

    • Join our team and play a crucial role in maintaining a positive compliant workplace culture while protecting both employees and the organization.

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