Employee Relations Manager

Thermo Fisher Scientific • Asheville, NC

4d • Onsite

About The Position

As a member of the Culture and Colleague Engagement platform, the Employee Relations (ER) Manager conducts sensitive investigations into potential policy and/or Code of Conduct violations. The manager acts as a neutral party throughout investigations and ensures a timely, fair, and high-quality process for all involved parties.

The position requires knowledge of professional and ethical investigation standards and/or human resources processes and procedures. The incumbent must be able to quickly identify employment and Employee Relations matters and advance them appropriately or recommend actions aligned with the organization’s cultural values.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, or a related field.
• At least 5 years of experience supporting Employee Relations efforts or relevant HR experience.
• Experience conducting and managing human resources or employee relations investigations.
• Ability to work independently and in a group setting with little direction and without direct supervision.
• Ability to research information and analyze data to develop valid conclusions, recommendations, and plans of action.
• Strong project management, oral and written communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong partnering, diplomacy, teamwork, and influencing skills.
• Ability to handle highly sensitive information with absolute confidentiality and integrity.
• Ability to multitask and deal with ambiguity.
• Flexible, adaptable, and results-oriented approach, with a strong team orientation.
• Strong technical writing skills.
• Knowledge of investigative practices, risk management, and employment law.
• Strong understanding of applicable employment laws.

Nice To Haves

• Global HR/ER experience.

Responsibilities

• Investigate internal complaints for an assigned client group, coordinating investigations, conducting interviews, and maintaining accurate, detailed records and notes.
• Prepare comprehensive written investigation reports that identify the issues investigated, summarize evidence, document findings and recommendations, and identify root causes.
• Lead initiatives to strengthen culture programs focused on ethical business practices.
• Partner with ER colleagues, leaders, Employment Law, and HR teams as appropriate.

What This Job Offers

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