Compliance & Employee Relations Partner

Archer • San Jose, CA

6h • $130,800 - $163,500

About The Position

Archer is an aerospace company based in San Jose, California building an all-electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft. Our mission is to advance the benefits of sustainable air mobility by designing, manufacturing, and operating an all-electric aircraft that can carry four passengers while producing minimal noise. We are providing the "digital and operational runway" that redefines urban air mobility and moves us toward FAA certification and commercial flight.
Our sights are set high and our problems are hard. We believe that diversity in the workplace is what makes us smarter, drives better insights, and will ultimately lift us all to success. We are dedicated to cultivating an equitable and inclusive environment that embraces our differences, and supports and celebrates all of our team members.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Law, or a closely related field.
• Minimum of 3–5 years of progressive experience in corporate compliance, human resources, or legal investigations, with a dedicated focus on employee relations.
• Strong capability to dissect complex information, identify root causes, and evaluate highly variable factors in high-pressure situations.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with proven experience conducting objective interviews and writing executive-ready investigative reports.
• Absolute discretion and a verified ability to handle sensitive, confidential, and ambiguous situations with immense tact, empathy, and professional boundaries.
• Foundational familiarity with employment laws, internal governance controls, and compliance best practices.

Nice To Haves

• Advanced degree (JD or Master's) or specialized professional certifications in corporate compliance or workplace investigations.
• Prior experience working within an aerospace OEM, automotive manufacturing, or an equivalent highly regulated infrastructure environment (e.g., FDA/Medical Devices).
• Familiarity navigating enterprise technology platforms and HRIS systems (such as Workday).

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and monitor enterprise-wide compliance programs to ensure strict adherence to federal, state, and aerospace regulations.
• Conduct audits and assessments to evaluate policy effectiveness and maintain up-to-date knowledge of evolving industry standards.
• Conduct thorough, autonomous, and highly sensitive investigations into employee complaints, allegations of misconduct, and workplace conflicts.
• Gather and analyze evidence—including interviews and technical documentation—and prepare detailed reports summarizing findings and actionable recommendations for senior leadership.
• Partner cross-functionally to author, update, and deploy workplace policies and ethical conduct standards.
• Deliver engaging compliance education and training programs to employees across all functional organizations.
• Serve as a trusted advisor and primary bridge between Legal Counsel, Human Resources, and executive management to ensure cohesive and proactive handling of compliance matters.
• Monitor workplace compliance initiatives and employee behavior patterns to systematically identify potential risks, suggesting process improvements to optimize corporate workflows.

Benefits

• The targeted base pay range for this position is $130,800 - $163,500. Actual compensation offered will be determined by a variety of factors, including job-related knowledge, foundational skills, and unique background experience.
• Archer is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusivity in the workplace.
• Archer is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants with physical or mental disabilities, and those with sincerely held religious beliefs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level