Employee Relations Lead Job at Robert Half (Chicago)

Regional Employee Relations Lead

Our client is a global market-leading technology company with established operat...

Location

Singapore , Singapore

Salary:

10000.00 - 14000.00 SGD / Month

Randstad

Expiration Date

January 12, 2026

Requirements

Minimum 10 years' experience in Human Resources or equivalent
Minimum 5 years' experience in employee relations, performance management, organisation design / restructuring and / or employment law with international MNCs
Fluency in Japanese language is essential due to daily communication with the Japan office
Excellent communication skills and ability to partner effectively with stakeholders of various demographics and levels
Strong understanding of Asia-Pacific employment law, country legislation and frameworks
Strong analytical skills with experience using data driven methods to provide advisory and recommendations for employee relations excellence
Candidates with experience in employee relations, organisation design / structuring and employment law are encouraged to apply
This role is open for mobility and will be able to sponsor candidates with fluency in Japanese
Degree in Human Resources, Legal, Business Administration or equivalent

Job Responsibility

Lead and manage complex employee-related matters, including misconduct hearings, performance management issues, formal complaints, leading objective inquiries, working alongside the legal team to create business recommendations
Organisation design and talent development
providing advisory to the business stakeholders on organisation structures and design
Drive targeted learning sessions
working closely with L&D to deliver relevant training curriculum to drive towards employee relations excellence amongst HRBPs and organisational leaders
Serve as an expert advisor to management and business units on the Best Practices for employee relations cases
provide appropriate advise of internal policies and compliance with local employment practices

What we offer

2 - 3 months variable bonus

Employee Relations Lead

As the Employee Relations (ER) Lead, you will oversee the entire ER function at ...

Location

United Kingdom , London

Salary:

Not provided

BDO UK LLP

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Substantial experience of managing complex Employee Relations cases at senior level
Strong technical and current knowledge of employment law and best practice trends
Proven experience in building, developing, and leading a team
High emotional intelligence and a natural leader with a calm, patient, pragmatic and balanced approach to sensitive matters
Confident in creating and interpreting ER-related data, producing analysis, and presenting recommendations to leadership
Experience in developing continuous process improvement and encouraging new ways of working
Fully accountable for risk based decision-making in complex ER case management, including Employment Tribunals and TUPE
Gravitas to influence all seniority stakeholders with strong communication and influencing skills

Job Responsibility

Develop and implement the ER strategy in alignment with the firm's overall HR and business objectives
Lead the ER team, providing direction, support, and development opportunities to ensure high performance
Oversee complex case management/risk decisions and provide commercial guidance on high-risk ER issues
Ensure the ER team delivers timely and pragmatic advice and guidance to the business
Take full ownership of compliance with the firm’s ER allocated ISQM risks and processes
Oversee the team’s development and maintenance of ER policies and procedures
Act as the final escalation point for ER team complex queries and risk-based decisions
Build strong, credible relationships, acting as a trusted advisor on complex ER matters
Work closely with senior members of internal Ethics, Risk and Legal on improving firm’s culture and governance implementation
Regularly review key themes and trends and produce data and analytics

What we offer

Agile working
Programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development
Informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching
State-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices
Multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources

Senior Employee Relations Partner

As a Senior Employee Relations Partner, you will be an integral part of the HR c...

Location

France , Boulogne-Billancourt

Salary:

Not provided

Palo Alto Networks

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

7+ years of Employee Relations or employment legal experience gained in either an Employee Relations role, HRBP or equivalent experience as an employment attorney practicing employment law
Deep expertise in France and/or the Netherlands and a drive to develop their knowledge and expertise in these and other jurisdictions
Excellent coaching and training skills to elevate leadership capability around performance improvement
Ability to influence and negotiate positive outcomes in complex terminations, including redundancies and collective processes
Experience conducting investigations and advising on a wide range of employee relations issues, including manager/employee conflicts, performance issues, or behavioral issues
Experience engaging with Workers Councils in France and/or Netherlands
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to organize and analyze data
Ability to establish strong relationships at all levels and across functions within the organization
Effective listener and persuasive communicator able to influence actions and outcomes
Legal degree preferred

Job Responsibility

Provide specialist expertise for France and Netherlands related ER topics and cover ER cases in other jurisdictions, as may be assigned
In partnership with the Legal team, support Workers Council(s) engagement in these locations for ER topics
Lead investigations on employee relations matters and potential policy violations
Coach leaders during performance improvement efforts
Partner with the PBP and ER teams with local country and compliance projects as required
Create guidelines, best practice research, and training to educate employees, managers, and other members of HR in how to mitigate and properly address behavioral issues in the workplace
Prepare, track and maintain appropriate investigation data and documentation to recognize trends and anticipate opportunities for further education and action
Protect our unique culture and ensure Palo Alto Networks continues to be one of the best places to work

Senior Employee Relations Partner

This Senior ER Partner will be responsible for providing employee relations supp...

Location

India , Bengaluru

Salary:

Not provided

Atlassian

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Significant Employee Relations experience
Demonstrated knowledge and experience in ER practices, including investigations and performance management
Expertise in employment laws and regulations, ideally with experience with the employment framework in India
Skills in identifying problems and using fact-based analysis to develop efficient solutions
Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex recommendations clearly and concisely

Job Responsibility

Advise and coach managers on navigating complex employment issues
Collaborate with HR Business Partners and other COEs across the site in navigating unique problem statements or projects
Define POSH training calendar and any other related engagements with the POSH Internal Committee
Work with managers to address and manage complicated performance management scenarios
Lead workplace investigations into high-risk concerns and employee grievances
Partner with managers to resolve issues
Contribute to global Employee Relations projects
Support the junior team members and coach them

What we offer

Health coverage
Paid volunteer days
Wellness resources

Fulltime

Employee Relations Manager

The Employee Relations (ER) Manager is responsible for conducting HR investigati...

Location

Portugal , Lisbon

Salary:

Not provided

Amgen

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) and at least five years’ experience in Employee/Staff Relations or HR Investigations
Solid understanding of European employment laws and related HR practices, with awareness of employment frameworks across other ELMAC markets
Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills
Ability to understand and implement company policy, investigation procedures, and regulatory requirements fairly and consistently
Fluent in English

Job Responsibility

Conduct and/or lead thorough, timely, and impartial HR investigations across the ELMAC region, involving employees at all levels of the organisation. Maintain confidentiality and sensitivity to all issues, ensuring investigations are objective and respectful
Prepare professional, well-documented investigation records, including investigation plans, interview notes, and summaries
Present investigation findings to HR colleagues, Legal partners, and business leaders clearly, concisely, and objectively
Create and maintain strong relationships with key partners across the ELMAC region
Provide people leaders with expert advice and practical guidance on employee relations matters, including performance management, behavioural concerns, disciplinary and grievance issues, and conflict resolution
Partner with local HR Business Partners to provide counsel on complex employee relations issues and ensure consistency across countries
Participate in, or provide guidance for, performance, disciplinary, or termination discussions with employees and people leaders, as required
Promote a positive and productive working environment by responding to employee concerns, addressing issues proactively, and advising leadership on standard processes
Record and manage all cases accurately within Amgen’s case management systems, ensuring data integrity and chipping in to regional reporting and insights
Support the Employee Relations Regional Lead with the implementation of the regional Employee Relations Centre of Excellence (COE) model for ELMAC, contributing to the alignment and standardisation of ER processes and the continuous improvement of practices across the region

What we offer

Vast opportunities to learn, develop, and move up and across our global organization
Diverse and inclusive community of belonging, where colleagues are empowered to bring ideas to the table, take risks, and act
Generous AMGEN Total Rewards Plan comprising healthcare, finance, wealth, and career benefits
Flexible work arrangements

EMEA Employee Relations & HR Operations, Senior Manager

This position leads the Employee Relations (ER) and HR Ops function for the EMEA...

Location

Ireland , Dublin

Salary:

Not provided

AMD

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Strong ER experience gained through increasingly responsible positions within Human Resources with a focus on employee relations and people management
Strong people leadership skills focused on coaching and collaboration
Experience leading complex projects and organizational change, driving operational excellence and improved employee experience
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills in English
Ability to prioritize work and navigate ambiguity in a high growth, fast paced matrix environment
Demonstrated ability to drive results through individual efforts and influencing others, without authority over them, including with HR and Business Leaders
Excellent customer service and relationship management skills with the ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality, diplomacy, tact, and business acumen
Objective and trusted advisor
credible employee advocate with the ability to work on a global team and manage remote employees
Proficient in Microsoft tools, including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint

Job Responsibility

Provide regional leadership to the EMEA Employee Relations and HR operations team
Lead, manage and develop team to achieve annual goals and progress the strategic ER roadmap
Act as objective and trusted advisor for both employees and management across the region
Consult and provide training, advice, counsel, and resolution to employees and managers on a broad range of employee relations matters, including policy interpretation and application, local employment laws, conflict resolution, performance management, progressive discipline, reductions in force and other separations of employment
Conduct robust investigations into employee complaints and allegations of misconduct in a timely, fair, and balanced way
Identify and assess the scale and scope of alleged or confirmed conduct that is deemed inappropriate, impermissible, or unacceptable
Partner with legal counsel as needed
Leads and develop team to effectively handle employee relations issues and concerns, minimizing corporate risk and improving employee experience
Provide leadership and support to the HR Operations team to ensure operational excellence and labor compliance in all jurisdictions
Ensure local legal compliance in areas such as contract and personnel file management

Employee Relations Principal

We are currently looking for an Employee Relations Principal to join our People ...

Location

Greece

Salary:

Not provided

Metlen Group

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Deep expertise in labor law, union dynamics, and employment legislation
Proven ability to lead workplace investigations, handle grievances, and resolve disputes
Strong negotiation skills
Ability to translate policy into practice
Excellent case management and documentation skills
Outstanding communication, empathy, and conflict resolution abilities

Job Responsibility

Designing and executing labor relations strategies
Leading yearly union negotiations
Setting and managing the annual labor relations agenda
Collaborating closely with legal counsel and authorities
Managing complex and sensitive employee relations cases
Overseeing and administering disciplinary procedures
Drafting and maintaining internal labor codes and employee-facing communications
Train and advise Managers and HRBPs on ER related issues

What we offer

Competitive remuneration package
Ticket Restaurant Card
Group Health Insurance Plan
Preferential household electricity plan
Pension Plan

Fulltime

ER Lead - Initiatives & Transformations

Lead and execute key Employee Relations projects and initiatives, ensuring align...

Location

Australia , Sydney

Salary:

Not provided

Atlassian

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Demonstrated expertise in Employee Relations and/or Human Resources, with a strong track record in project management and supporting global teams scale
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related discipline
Strong project management and communication skills, with a proven ability to lead and execute initiatives successfully
Advanced analytical skills for interpreting data and driving informed decision-making
Proven capability to align initiatives with organisational goals and strategic priorities
Extensive experience in implementing large-scale change management strategies effectively

Job Responsibility

Lead and execute key Employee Relations projects and initiatives, ensuring alignment with organisational goals and strategies
Provide strategic insights and recommendations to the Head of Employee Relations, ER Leadership Team, and Global ER Team to support initiatives and transformations
Enhance operational efficiency by identifying and implementing process improvements to increase team productivity and effectiveness
Facilitate alignment between Employee Relations and stakeholders on strategies, deliverables, and objectives
Develop and support the implementation of change management strategies to ensure smooth organisational transitions
Foster strong relationships with senior leaders and stakeholders, to ensure Employee Relations initiatives are in harmony with broader organisational objectives
Utilise data analytics to identify trends, inform decision-making, and drive evidence-based improvements
Communicate regular, meaningful updates on project progress and initiatives to global stakeholders, including our senior leaders
Stay informed of industry trends to inspire and implement innovative practices within the Employee Relations team

What we offer

health coverage
paid volunteer days
wellness resources

Fulltime

Employee Relations Lead

Robert Half

Location:
United States , Chicago

Category:
Human Resources

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

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Job Posted:
January 12, 2026

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