AVP, Employee Relations

LPL Financial•San Diego, CA

3d•$110,000 - $183,400

About The Position

The Assistant Vice President (AVP), Employee Relations will lead a newly established Employee Relations team within our HR organization. This role is responsible for setting the strategic direction for employee relations, ensuring operational excellence, and fostering a culture of trust and accountability. The AVP will manage a team of ER partners, providing guidance and mentorship to develop their expertise while driving how the firm manages complex and sensitive employee matters. This leader will serve as a trusted advisor to managers, People Business Partners, and employees, navigating challenging situations with discretion, professionalism, and a commitment to continuous improvement. This leader will need to be strategic, empathetic, and compliance-focused leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about building strong teams and improving processes. The ideal candidate will have exceptional communication skills, sound judgment, and the ability to influence people at all levels of the organization.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required; Masters degree preferred in HR, Business, Communications, Psychology, or related field
Minimum 10 years of progressive HR experience including 3-5 years in Employee Relations leadership roles
Experience managing complex workplace investigations and partnering with legal counsel
Strong knowledge of employment laws and regulations, including California employment law
Expertise in ER/HR case management systems, metrics, and reporting
Exceptional leadership and people management skills
Advanced communication and influencing abilities
Strategic thinker with strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
Skilled in conflict resolution and de-escalation techniques
Strong business acumen and effective, active listening skills
Commitment to continuous improvement and operational excellence

Nice To Haves

HR certification (PHR/SPHR or equivalent) preferred

Responsibilities

Build and lead a high performing Employee Relations team centered on collaboration, accountability and professional growth.
Act as a player/coach, leading the team while also handing complex or senior level concerns.
Establish clear goals, metrics, and standards for ER case management and concerns.
Create and maintain a governance framework for ER processes to ensure consistency, compliance, and risk mitigation.
Champion a culture of learning and continuous improvement within the ER function.
Develop and implement best-in-class practices for workplace concern reviews and ER case resolution.
Partner with People business partners, Legal, Compliance, and Risk teams to ensure alignment on protocols and reporting requirements.
Serve as the primary liaison for cross-functional partners such as Internal Audit, Risk Management, Legal and regulatory inquiries related to ER matters.
Provide expert guidance to managers, PBPs, and senior leaders on complex employee relations issues including performance management, employee concerns, workplace threats and policy.
Coach leaders on effective strategies and conflict resolution techniques to promote positive employee experiences.
Oversee ER reporting and analytics, identify trends and recommend proactive solutions to mitigate risk and enhance workplace culture.
Partner with Learning & Development to integrate ER principles into leadership development programs.