People Relations Partner

Federal Reserve System•New York, NY

4d•$170,000 - $225,000•Onsite

About The Position

The People Relations Partner serves as a trusted advisor and strategic partner, helping shape the employee experience across the organization. The role advises employees and people leaders on routine policy questions and sensitive, complex employee matters; proactively identifies workplace challenges and develops solutions; and guides leaders through performance management, disciplinary issues, leaves of absence, flexible work programs, and difficult conversations. The partner uses data, insights, and sound judgment to influence decisions. The role also leads HR projects and programs aligned with broader business strategy, influences policies and practices across the organization and the Federal Reserve System, builds relationships across organizational levels, and designs and delivers education on people relations topics. The position champions inclusive practices and works to ensure every voice is heard. This is a full-time, onsite position at the New York Fed. The role is regular and exempt. Additional screening follows offer acceptance and may take approximately two months; it can include education and employment verification, criminal and credit history checks, and reference checks.

Requirements

Demonstrated expertise and a strong track record as an Employee Relations Partner or Specialist, including deep experience managing complex employee relations matters.
Alternatively, candidates may have an HR Business Partner or HR Generalist background with employee relations as a significant part of their role and sustained proficiency in this work.
Ability to navigate complex, variable situations.
Ability to coach and influence others at operational and strategic levels.
Comfort and confidence operating independently with minimal supervision.
Exceptional briefing skills with senior leaders and ability to connect across functions.

Responsibilities

Partner with employees and people leaders on policy questions and sensitive, complex employee matters.
Identify workplace pain points and develop solutions.
Guide people leaders through performance management, disciplinary issues, leaves of absence, flexible work programs, and difficult conversations.
Use data, insights, and sound judgment to influence decision-making.
Lead HR projects and programs aligned with broader business strategy.
Influence policies and practices across the organization and the Federal Reserve System.
Build meaningful relationships across all levels of the organization.
Design and deliver education programs on people relations topics for people leaders and employees.
Champion inclusive practices and ensure every voice is heard.