Employee Relations Advisor

AtkinsRéalis

12d • $70,000 - $90,000

About The Position

We are seeking a Junior Employee Relations Advisor to join our team in Miami, FL, Houston, TX or Atlanta, GA. The Junior Employee Relations Advisor will serve as a key resource within the HR team, supporting employee relations matters and conducting internal investigations. The ER Advisor will provide support to Human Resources Business Partners (HRBPs) across the U.S. on employee relations issues, compliance inquiries, and general HR best practices. This role will work within the Employee Relations/Compliance to support them in the review, revisions, and development of policies and procedures, all while ensuring alignment with regulatory standards and organizational values.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• 2–5 years of experience in employee relations, HR business partnering, or compliance.
• Strong knowledge of employment law, HR policies, and best practices.
• Excellent communication, conflict resolution, and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage sensitive situations with discretion and professionalism.

Nice To Haves

• HR certifications (SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, SPHR) are preferred but not required.
• Experience with HRIS systems (e.g., Workday, Oracle) and case management tools is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Employee Relations & Conflict Resolution: Provide assistance with the guidance to HRBPs, managers, and employees on workplace issues, conflict resolution, performance concerns, and policy interpretation.
• Conduct thorough and impartial investigations into employee complaints, grievances, and workplace concerns.
• Assist with the mediation disputes and facilitate conversations to promote resolution and understanding.
• Track trends in employee relations cases and recommend proactive solutions.
• Policy & Compliance: Ensure consistent application of HR policies and procedures.
• Stay current on employment laws and regulations; advise leadership on compliance risks and mitigation strategies.
• Support audits and reporting related to employee relations and compliance.
• Partner with Compliance to review, update, and develop HR-related policies and procedures.
• HRBP Support & Guidance: Act as knowledgeable specialist for HRBPs on employee relations and compliance matters.
• Deliver training and resources to HR teams to strengthen compliance awareness and ER practices.
• Data & Reporting: Maintain accurate documentation of employee relations cases.
• Analyze data to identify patterns and areas for improvement.
• Prepare reports for HR leadership and senior management.

Benefits

• AtkinsRéalis benefits may include medical, dental, vision, company-paid life and short- and long-term disability benefits, employer-matched 401(k) with 100% vesting, employee stock purchase plan, Paid Time Off, leaves of absences options, flexible work options, recognition and employee satisfaction programs, employee assistance program, and voluntary benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees