Employee Relations Analyst - Chicago or Decatur, IL or Erlanger, KY

Archer Daniels Midland • Decatur, IL

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About The Position

Employee Relations Analyst – Chicago or Decatur, IL. or Erlanger, KY. Job Overview The Employee Relations Analyst will be an integral part of the North America Employee Relations team at ADM. This position is responsible for overseeing and ensuring policy compliance with applicable laws and regulations. This role involves developing and implementing employee relations compliance strategies, policies, and procedures while also providing guidance and support to HR teams and senior leadership. The Employee Relations Analyst will collaborate with HR professionals, legal counsel, and other stakeholders to develop and implement strategies to mitigate risks and foster a positive work environment. You will ensure that project and team milestones and goals are achieved on time and while adhering to approved budgets. You will report to the head of the Employee Relations CoE.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 5+ years’ experience in employee relations, HR Compliance, or related areas, preferably within heavy manufacturing and/or large organization with significant hourly workforce.
• Strong understanding of U.S. employment policies/procedures and related federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, including but not limited to Title VII, ADA, FMLA, FLSA, and EEOC guidelines.
• Experience in tracking compliance requirements on an ongoing basis, including changes in legislation and responding to any employment law related compliance notices.
• Draft and revise company policies or procedures and monitor same as necessary
• Vendor management and experience leading the reasonable accommodation interactive process under the American with Disabilities Act.
• Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to collect, analyze, and interpret data to identify trends and compliance risks.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, capable of articulating complex and sensitive information to different audiences
• Experience conducting workplace investigations and handling sensitive employee relations matters with discretion, impartiality, and confidentiality.
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to communicate complex information clearly and persuasively to diverse audiences and varying levels of leadership.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in using HRIS systems, case management software, and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Commitment to maintaining the highest standards of professionalism, integrity, and ethical conduct in all employee relations activities.

Nice To Haves

• A Juris Doctorate, Master's degree or professional certification (e.g., PHR, SHRM-CP, AWI) is a plus.
• HR or Workplace Investigation certification helpful.

Responsibilities

• Policy and Procedure Monitoring: Conduct regular reviews and prepare assessments of the organization’s employee relations practices (i.e. labor law posting requirements), policies, and procedures to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
• ADAAA Compliance: Manage the reasonable accommodation interactive process in collaboration with the legal and internal and external leave administration teams to ensure the uniform and equitable treatment of employees with disabilities under the American Disabilities Act as Amended (ADAAA).
• Investigation Management: Provides investigation support as needed for employee complaints, and allegations of misconduct in a timely and impartial manner, ensuring adherence to internal investigation protocols and legal requirements.
• Data Analysis: Analyze employee relations data, including complaints, grievances, and disciplinary actions to identify trends, patterns, and potential compliance risks.
• Training and Education: Support the content development and deliverance of employee relations training programs and materials for HR teams, employees and managers on topics such as accommodations process, harassment prevention, diversity and inclusion, and workplace conduct to promote awareness of legal obligations and best practices.
• Management and Regulatory Reporting: Work closely with data & analytics team and external partners to prepare and submit compliance reports to management and regulatory authorities (i.e. EEO-1, AAP, VETS, etc.) summarizing employee relations activities, including investigations, outcomes, and recommendations for corrective actions.
• Colleague Support: Provide guidance and assistance to HR professionals, managers, and employees on compliance-related matters, including interpretation of policies, procedures, and applicable laws.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including legal, internal audit, and operations, to address compliance-related issues and initiatives and ensure alignment with organizational goals.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• In addition to competitive pay, we support your diverse needs with a comprehensive total rewards package to enhance your well-being, including:
• Physical wellness – medical/Rx, dental, vision and on-site wellness center access or gym reimbursement (as applicable).
• Financial wellness – flexible spending accounts, health savings account, 401(k) with matching contributions and cash balance plan, discounted employee stock purchasing program, life insurance, disability, workers’ compensation, legal assistance, identity theft protection.
• Mental and social wellness – Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) and Colleague Giving Programs (ADM Cares).
• Additional benefits include:
• Paid time off including paid holidays.
• Adoption assistance and paid maternity and parental leave.
• Tuition assistance.
• Company-sponsored training and development resources, such as LinkedIn Learning, language training and mentoring programs.

What This Job Offers

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