Employee Relations Partner

Schneider Electric • El Paso, TX

3h • Onsite

About The Position

As an Employee Relations Partner, you will play a vital role in addressing workplace issues, fostering employee engagement, and promoting a positive company culture. This role is on-site, based in El Paso, TX.

Schneider Electric aspires to be the most inclusive and caring company in the world, by providing equitable opportunities to everyone, everywhere, and ensuring all employees feel uniquely valued and safe to contribute their best. We mirror the diversity of the communities in which we operate, and ‘inclusion’ is one of our core values. We believe our differences make us stronger as a company and as individuals and we are committed to championing inclusivity in everything we do.

At Schneider Electric, we uphold the highest standards of ethics and compliance, and we believe that trust is a foundational value. Our Trust Charter is our Code of Conduct and demonstrates our commitment to ethics, safety, sustainability, quality and cybersecurity, underpinning every aspect of our business and our willingness to behave and respond respectfully and in good faith to all our stakeholders. You can find out more about our Trust Charter here

Schneider Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities in the areas of recruiting, hiring, training, transferring, and promoting all qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, color, gender, disability, national origin, ancestry, age, military status, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other legally protected characteristic or conduct.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or related field.
• Minimum 5 years experience in employee relations, human resources, or related field.
• In-depth knowledge of federal and state laws employment laws and regulations.
• Demonstrated experience in handling complex employee relations issues, including investigations, employee concerns/complaints, disciplinary actions, and conflict resolution.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with ability to build trust and credibility at all levels of the organization.
• Ability to mediate and resolve conflicts in a fair and impartial way.
• Ability to coach, consult, and work collaboratively at various level of the organization.
• Ability to empathize with employees and demonstrate emotional intelligence in interactions.
• Ability to work independently, handle confidential information with discretion and manage multiple priorities.
• Effective analytical skills and problem solving skills.
• Exercise independent judgement and discretion, and maintenance of confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Conduct investigations into employee and/or supervisor complaints or concerns regarding conduct, performance, or policy violations and recommend course of action based on findings.
• Take a proactive strategic approach to employee relations by identifying employee relations trends, recommending solutions that address root cause, and partnering with leadership on execution.
• Consult and coach managers and employees in resolving employee relations issues effectively and in compliance with company policies, employment law and regulations.
• Partner with HRBPs in development and execution of employee engagement initiatives that foster a positive employee culture.
• Conduct training for employees and managers on employee relations topics to promote a positive work environment, diversity and inclusion, and compliance with legal requirements.
• Consult with legal counsel and senior leadership as necessary to address complex or high-risk employee relations matters.
• Play key role in the execution of compliance program activities, including fostering employee awareness and usage.
• Stay updated on employment laws, regulations, and industry best practices related to employee relations, making recommendations for policy updates or changes as necessary.
• Occasional travel to other locations to conduct investigations or training.

What This Job Offers

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