Interim Sr. Employee Relations Consultant

About the role

The Interim Sr. Employee Relations Consultant will provide expert support on employee relations matters, investigations, policy interpretation, and workplace concerns. This role will partner closely with HR leaders, managers, and employees to resolve issues, mitigate risk, and ensure consistent application of company policies and employment practices. The ideal consultant brings strong employee relations expertise, investigation experience, and the ability to balance compliance, business needs, and employee experience.

Versique: /ver-seek/ adj. being both versatile and unique; n. a high-performance recruiting firm specializing in executive leadership search, direct hire, and interim hiring solutions. Versique Executive, Professional, & Interim Recruiting is a locally owned and operated hiring and placement firm based in the Twin Cities of Minnesota. With specialized practice areas across our three divisions, Versique delivers tailored expertise to a wide range of industries. What sets us apart is our team of recruiters—seasoned professionals who have worked in the very fields they now hire for, providing unmatched industry insight and connections. We believe people are more than just resumes—they are transformative, unlocking the potential for organizational growth and success. Versique is proud to be award-winning, earning recognition on the Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing private companies and the Minneapolis-St. Paul Business Journal's Fast 50 list for 2023. We are also consistently recognized as a Star Tribune Top Workplace and were named a Best Place to Work in 2022 by the Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a trusted advisor to leaders, HR partners, and employees on employee relations matters
• Manage employee relations cases from intake through resolution
• Conduct workplace investigations and document findings, recommendations, and outcomes
• Provide guidance on policy interpretation, performance concerns, workplace conduct, and employee complaints
• Coach managers on employee issues, conflict resolution, and employment practices
• Partner with HR and legal stakeholders to mitigate risk and ensure compliance
• Maintain accurate case documentation and investigation records
• Identify trends and recommend proactive solutions to improve workplace effectiveness
• Support additional employee relations and HR projects as needed

Requirements

• Proven Employee Relations experience in a corporate environment
• Strong background conducting workplace investigations
• Knowledge of employment laws, HR policies, and compliance requirements
• Ability to manage sensitive and confidential employee matters with professionalism
• Strong conflict resolution, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
• Consultative mindset with the ability to influence and coach leaders
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple complex cases simultaneously
• Legal background, JD, PHR, SPHR, or related certifications are a plus
• Strong interpersonal skills with an approachable, collaborative style

Benefits

• Versique benefits include medical, dental, vision, accident/critical illness insurance
• MN ESST
• MN PFML
• 401(k) with company match

Pay

Salary Range: Hourly rate between $65-$75, DOE