Employee Relations Manager

About the role

We are looking for an experienced Employee Relations Manager to lead employee relations, performance management, compliance, leave administration, and employee programs. This person will partner closely with managers and employees while helping maintain a positive, compliant, and high-performing workplace.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Employee Relations function and oversee a small HR team.
• Advise managers on employee relations, performance, disciplinary actions, and workplace concerns.
• Conduct and manage workplace investigations.
• Oversee performance reviews, performance improvement plans, and corrective actions.
• Manage employee recognition and engagement programs.
• Review employee terminations and help identify potential compliance or legal risks.
• Support employment-related complaints, unemployment claims, and workers’ compensation matters.
• Manage ADA accommodations and the interactive process.
• Provide guidance on employee leaves, including FMLA, CFRA, and other applicable leave programs.
• Maintain accurate employee relations documentation within HR systems.
• Track trends and provide recommendations to improve HR processes and reduce risk.
• Support HR policy updates, workplace safety initiatives, and special projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Psychology, Business, or a related field preferred.
• 5+ years of progressive HR and Employee Relations experience.
• Strong experience with workplace investigations, performance management, ADA accommodations, and leave administration.
• Previous experience leading or managing a small team.
• Experience within a regulated industry is preferred.
• PHR or SHRM-CP certification is a plus.
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience working with HRIS/HCM systems.
• Must be comfortable working on-site and traveling to other company locations as needed.