People Relations Consultant

Anywhere•Madison, NJ

1d•$120,000 - $150,000

About The Position

Our People Relations team partners closely with leaders and employees to support thoughtful, consistent approaches to performance improvement, workplace concerns, and moments that matter across the employee experience. This role blends hands-on case support with proactive coaching, helping create a workplace grounded in trust, accountability, and thoughtful decision-making.

Requirements

5+ years of experience in an Employee Relations, Performance Coaching or HR Business Partner role
Demonstrated ability to manage performance improvement and employee relations matters from intake through resolution
Experience influencing and coaching leaders at different levels, with a practical and approachable style
Strong working knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices across multiple jurisdictions
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex situations into clear, balanced documentation
Sound judgment and discretion when handling sensitive and confidential matters
Ability to navigate competing priorities and make thoughtful decisions in a fast-paced environment

Nice To Haves

This is a role for someone who is curious, steady, and solutions-oriented - someone who listens well, asks thoughtful questions, and helps others move forward with clarity and confidence.
You’ll have the opportunity to shape how we support our people and leaders, while building scalable, consistent practices that make a real impact.

Responsibilities

Serve as a trusted advisor to managers and employees on performance improvement, workplace concerns, and conflict resolution
Guide leaders through key moments in the employee lifecycle, including performance conversations, written feedback, and improvement plans
Conduct and lead employee relations reviews and investigations, including complex, high risk and sensitive matters, ensuring fair, impartial, timely, and well-documented outcomes
Provide in-the-moment coaching to leaders to build capability and confidence in managing employee situations
Assess risk and recommend appropriate actions to Business Leadership, partnering with Legal and People Enablement Business Partners as needed
Maintain clear, objective case documentation, including summaries, timelines, and recommended actions
Provide regular reporting and insights on case activity, using data and trends to inform decision-making and proactive solutions
Foster a culture where feedback is constructive, concerns are addressed early, and accountability is shared
Bring a thoughtful, risk-aware perspective that balances business needs with fair and equitable outcomes
Strengthen consistency in how policies and practices are applied across teams and geographies
Support the development of practical tools and training that equip leaders to navigate employee situations with confidence and make informed, balanced decisions
Identify trends across cases and share insights to inform proactive solutions, policy updates, and manager enablement strategies
Partner cross-functionally to improve and scale processes, driving consistency, efficiency, and clarity across the organization