Employee Relations Manager

Minneapolis, MN (FWR)
Human Resources

Job Description

Req ID: req24881

Employee Relations Manager Summary:

We are seeking a seasoned Employee Relations (ER) Manager to join our ER Solutions team. This role is responsible for leading a dedicated team of ER professionals in the development of and firm compliance with policies and processes that are aligned with global employment law, mitigating risk, while reflecting the culture and values of the firm. This role will advise business leaders and talent team members in the US and globally on risk compliance protocols such as policy creation, implementation and interpretation. The position will oversee both internal and external audits and initiatives to monitor compliance with these policies and protocols. They are a subject matter expert on United States, Canadian and international employment law.

REIMAGINING FLEXBILITY - RSM's goal is to offer flexibility in when, where and how you work to help you manage your unique professional and personal priorities while still delivering excellent RSM experiences for your clients, colleagues and communities. As such, this role is open to locations in close proximity to one of our many offices in the United States with a preference for Minneapolis or South Florida.

Responsibilities:

• Lead a team of employee relations professionals who provide the day-to-day support for employee relations advisory services. The team will provide support on a broad range of issues including, but not limited to, policies and procedures related to health & safety, FLSA compliance;1 regulatory reporting, such as I9s, VETS, EEO1, affirmative action plans, performance management, FMLA/ADA compliance and other employee relations issues.
• Identify gaps in policy/procedure and create proposal for closure in risk mitigation. Continually evaluate current processes to identify business protocol improvements in managing firm risk.
• In collaboration with the ER Case Management Team, provide HR leaders and team members with guidance and recommendations on challenging issues related to performance management, discipline, terminations, severance management, leave management, and other employee issues as they relate to firm policies, protocols, and past interpretations.
• Develop and deliver/arrange for delivery of training to human resources team members on employee relations issues and serves as a subject matter expert to field human resources.
• Effectively manage collaborative conversations with business leaders, legal counsel, risk management team, and human resource leaders in order to leverage all perspectives.
• Take key leadership role with key stakeholders in the development and implementation of various health and safety initiatives, including pandemic response and physical security assessments.
• Participate in leading key ER team projects and/or cross-functional team initiatives.
• Other tasks as required.

Attributes:

• Client-service focus with a "roll up your sleeves" attitude to make things happen.
• Passion to grow strong relationships across all levels of the organization.
• Endless curiosity to question the way things are and have the courage to develop them into what they can be.
• Proactive and data-driven approach to problem-solving, drive to find root causes and fix them, despite challenges.
• Ability to work through ambiguity and maintain composure in a variety of situations.
• Passion for excellence backed by a track record of accountability, collaboration, and integrity.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree, required; Human Resources or a related field, preferred
• Minimum of eight (8) years of ER/HR experience, in both a professional services environment. Large, multi-state, multi-national organization, preferred
• Three (3) plus years of supervisory/management experience
• Advanced knowledge of employment laws, including national and local within US, Canada, India and Europe
• Proven track record in project/change management and methodologies/tools
• Established experience with planning & prioritization, risk identification & management, and time & productivity management
• Exceptional verbal and written communication, interpersonal, and consultative skills.
• Proven analytical, evaluative, and problem-solving abilities are required with extensive experience working in a team-oriented, collaborative environment
• Ability to influence and build trusted/credible relationships with leaders, including a change of thinking without damage to the relationship
• Critical thinking / judgment; proven resolution skills with complex situations and issues
• Strong Microsoft Office skills with strong proficiency in Excel and project management tools
• Agility and adaptability

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strong experience with development and implementation of tiered service delivery model.
• Experience working in a matrix environment in a global organization
• Professional HR certification(s)

You want your next step to be the right one. You've worked hard to get where you are today. And now you're ready to use your unique skills, talents and personality to achieve great things. RSM is a place where you are valued as an individual, mentored as a future leader, and recognized for your accomplishments and potential. Working directly with clients, key decision makers and business owners across various industries and geographies, you'll move quickly along the learning curve and our clients will benefit from your fresh perspective.

Experience RSM US. Experience the power of being understood.

RSM is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans.

Location Street Address: 801 Nicollet Mall, STE 1200, West Tower, Minneapolis, MN 55402-2526 USA
Region: National
Position Type: Experienced
Job Type: Full Time
Degree Required: Bachelor
Travel Required: No
Sponsor candidates who are not eligible to work in US: No
Requisition ID: req24881