Mastercard powers economies and empowers people in 200+ countries and territories worldwide. Together with our customers, we're helping build a sustainable economy where everyone can prosper. We support a wide range of digital payments choices, making transactions secure, simple, smart and accessible. Our technology and innovation, partnerships and networks combine to deliver a unique set of products and services that help people, businesses and governments realize their greatest potential.
Title and Summary
Director, Employee Relations
Overview
Mastercard is seeking an experienced Employee Relations professional to join the Global Employee Relations team. In this role, you will partner closely with People Business Partners, Employment Law, Compliance, and business leaders to deliver consistent, compliant employee relations practices aligned with Mastercard values and applicable laws.
The Role• Mastercard is seeking an experienced Employee Relations professional to join the Global Employee Relations team. In this role, you will partner closely with People Business Partners, Employment Law, Compliance, and business leaders to deliver consistent, compliant employee relations practices aligned with Mastercard values and applicable laws.
The Role• Provide expert advice to HR, managers and employees about company policies and processes• Investigate employee relations concerns, including complaints of discrimination, harassment, retaliation and other work-related issues• Prepare investigative documentation, including interview notes and summary of findings• Prepare, track and maintain appropriate investigation and reorganization data and documentation• Use case management system to manage cases from intake to resolution• Provide and manage periodic reporting to relevant senior stakeholders• Ability to establish strong cross-functional relationships at all levels and geographies• Partner with relevant control functions on investigations and outcomes• Develop global guidance documents, materials and training for HR• Develop, drive and deliver employee relations strategies, guidelines and procedures• Partner with internal employment counsel, compliance and HR Business Partners to effectively manage employee relations issues/investigations• Develop and deliver training regarding HR policy and processes for HR, business leaders and employees as needed• Proven project management skills with demonstrated ability to manage global projects• Create insights from data to inform process and improvements to drive a culture consistent with Mastercard values
All About You:• Experience advising on a wide range of employee relations issues• Experience of multi-national, fast-paced organization• Strong knowledge of US employment law and strong investigative skills• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with ability to organize and analyze data• Excellent interpersonal skills with demonstrated patience, tact, and respect
Mastercard is a merit-based, inclusive, equal opportunity employer that considers applicants without regard to gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, disabled or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We hire the most qualified candidate for the role. In the US or Canada, if you require accommodations or assistance to complete the online application process or during the recruitment process, please contact [email protected] and identify the type of accommodation or assistance you are requesting. Do not include any medical or health information in this email. The Reasonable Accommodations team will respond to your email promptly.
Corporate Security Responsibility
All activities involving access to Mastercard assets, information, and networks comes with an inherent risk to the organization and, therefore, it is expected that every person working for, or on behalf of, Mastercard is responsible for information security and must:
- Abide by Mastercard's security policies and practices;
- Ensure the confidentiality and integrity of the information being accessed;
- Report any suspected information security violation or breach, and
- Complete all periodic mandatory security trainings in accordance with Mastercard's guidelines.
In line with Mastercard's total compensation philosophy and assuming that the job will be performed in the US, the successful candidate will be offered a competitive base salary and may be eligible for an annual bonus or commissions depending on the role. The base salary offered may vary depending on multiple factors, including but not limited to location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Mastercard benefits for full time (and certain part time) employees generally include: insurance (including medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, disability, life insurance); flexible spending account and health savings account; paid leaves (including 16 weeks of new parent leave and up to 20 days of bereavement leave); 80 hours of Paid Sick and Safe Time, 25 days of vacation time and 5 personal days, pro-rated based on date of hire; 10 annual paid U.S. observed holidays; 401k with a best-in-class company match; deferred compensation for eligible roles; fitness reimbursement or on-site fitness facilities; eligibility for tuition reimbursement; and many more. Mastercard benefits for interns generally include: 56 hours of Paid Sick and Safe Time; jury duty leave; and on-site fitness facilities in some locations.
Pay Ranges
Purchase, New York: $168,000 - $269,000 USD
O'Fallon, Missouri: $146,000 - $234,000 USD
Skills Required
- Experience advising on a wide range of employee relations issues
- Experience in a multi-national, fast-paced organization
- Strong knowledge of US employment law
- Strong investigative skills, including preparing interview notes and findings
- Proven project management skills with ability to manage global projects
- Ability to use a case management system to manage cases from intake to resolution
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to organize and analyze data
- Ability to develop and deliver guidance, training, and materials for HR and leaders
- Excellent interpersonal skills with demonstrated patience, tact, and respect
- Ability to partner effectively with employment counsel, compliance, and cross-functional stakeholders
Mastercard Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Retirement Support — Careers materials and job postings advertise a “best‑in‑class” 10% retirement match (401k or equivalent). Public-facing benefits pages consistently position this as a standout element of the U.S. package.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Recent U.S. postings list 25 vacation days, 5 personal days, 10 paid holidays, up to 20 days of bereavement, and 80 hours of sick/safe time. The combined time‑off framework is described as well above typical U.S. baselines.
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Parental & Family Support — Company materials specify a minimum of 16 weeks paid new‑parent leave and inclusive family‑building support, with financial assistance for adoption, fertility, and surrogacy where allowed. Impact/ESG reporting also notes coverage enhancements for gender‑affirming care in North America.
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What We Do
Mastercard powers economies and empowers people in 200+ countries and territories worldwide. Together with our customers, we’re building a resilient economy where everyone can prosper. We support a wide range of digital payments choices, making transactions secure, simple, smart and accessible. Our technology and innovation, partnerships and networks combine to deliver a unique set of products and services that help people, businesses and governments realize their greatest potential.
Why Work With Us
We live the Mastercard Way: creating value in the communities we touch, growing together through the opportunities we see, and moving fast to innovate and scale. Our collaborative culture and our passionate people are the key to what we do, driving meaningful change as one team and connecting everyone to priceless possibilities.
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