Employee Relation Investigator

Senior Employee Relations Investigator

Position Overview
We are seeking a highly experienced Employee Relations professional with deep expertise in workplace investigations, employment law, compliance, and risk mitigation to support a large and geographically dispersed workforce. This role serves as a trusted advisor to Human Resources, Legal, Ethics & Compliance, and Executive Leadership teams, conducting complex workplace investigations and providing strategic guidance on sensitive employee matters.The ideal candidate will possess a strong investigative background, exceptional analytical and report-writing skills, and the ability to navigate high-risk employment issues with professionalism, discretion, and sound judgment. This position requires a unique blend of employee relations expertise, legal acumen, and investigative rigor comparable to a paralegal or workplace compliance professional

Key Responsibilities:Workplace Investigations & Case ManagementLead complex workplace investigations from intake through final resolution involving allegationsPrepare detailed investigation summaries, legal-quality reports, findings memoranda, and recommendations that can withstand internal audits, external agency reviews, arbitration proceedings, litigation, and regulatory scrutinyMaintain strict confidentiality and chain-of-custody controls for all sensitive employee relations matters
Employment Law & ComplianceInterpret and apply federal, state, and local employment laws, regulations, and company policies.Assess legal and organizational risk associated with employee relations matters and recommend appropriate corrective actioPartner closely with Legal CounselEmployment litigation supportAdministrative agency responses Internal compliance reviews Regulatory inquiriesAssist in preparing documentation and case files supporting legal proceedings, audits, mediations, arbitrations, and administrative investigatio
Required QualificationsBachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Labor Relations, Psychology, Criminal Justice, Legal Studies, Paralegal Studies, or related discipline.8-10 years of employee relations, workplace investigations, employment law, compliance, legal, labor relations, or HR experience.Alternatively, 12-14 years of progressive related experience in lieu of degree requirements.
Extensive knowledge of:Title VIIADAFMLAFLSANLRAEEOC regulationsWorkplace investigation methodologiesEmployment law compliance