Employee Relations Partner

Labcorp•Durham, NC

7d•Hybrid

About The Position

Labcorp is seeking an Employee Relations Partner to join their team in Durham, NC or Burlington, NC, with the flexibility of a hybrid work schedule. This role involves conducting investigations into employee relations concerns, supporting a positive workplace culture, and coaching managers. The Employee Relations Partner reports to the Senior Employee Relations Manager and will conduct mid to high-level investigations, manage employee issues to resolution, and oversee employee relations programs and policies. This position interfaces with all employees, including management, Legal, HRBPs, and external stakeholders, to maintain positive employee relations and resolve workplace issues.

Requirements

High School Diploma
2 or more years of experience in Employee Relations (ER) or as a Human Resource Business Partner
Experience conducting investigations and advising on a wide range of sensitive and complex employee relations issues, including performance management, interpersonal manager/employee conflicts or complaints, leaves, accommodations, and behavioral conduct issues.
Knowledge of relevant employment and labor laws.
Ability to problem solve with minimal guidance but willingness to ask for help if appropriate.
Strong verbal, written, and presentation communication skills.
Ability to conduct a thorough and complete investigation.
Strong problem-solving skills with minimal guidance required.
Flexibility and willingness to handle competing priorities and assist others as needed in a team environment.
Ability to make timely along with informed objective decisions.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management or Business Administration
Human Resources Certification such as SPHR-CP, SPHR-SCP, PHR, or aPHR

Responsibilities

Conducts detailed investigations into a range of employee relations concerns such as harassment, discrimination, retaliation, and workplace violence, adhering to all applicable rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
Provides clear, timely communication regarding investigations, offering comprehensive reports with supporting documentation.
Employs effective interviewing and documentation techniques; adeptly manage cases using designated online case management tool ServiceNow.
Supports the development of an inclusive and positive workplace culture.
Supports and coaches Managers in developing, delivering, and monitoring Performance Improvement plans.
Partners with business leaders/ HR Leaders reviewing termination recommendations.
Provides clear, concise and timely communication, report summary and relevant documentation regarding investigations.
Conduct mid to high level investigations, managing employee issues to resolution, as well as managing employee relations programs and policies.
Interfaces with all employees, including management, Legal, HRBPs and external stakeholders, to maintain positive employee relations and resolve workplace issues between employees and management.