Employee Relations Manager at The Judge Group Inc. in Bradley, Illinois

Job Description:

Location: Bradley, IL

Salary: $50.00 USD Hourly - $55.00 USD Hourly

Description: Our client is currently seeking an Employee Relations Manager for my client in Bradley, IL!




Please send your resume to Nabyla Feitosa at NMendesFeitosa@judge.com for immediate consideration!




Summary:

• Employee Relations Manager/Sr. HR Generalist position


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  Hybrid schedule: 2 days per week onsite


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  Hours: Monday to Friday 8 am to 5 pm

This job will have the following responsibilities:

• Investigations & Compliance:
  
  
  
  
  • Conduct confidential investigations into misconduct (harassment, discrimination, etc.).
  
  
  • Gather information, interview individuals, analyze data, and prepare documentation for disciplinary actions.
  
  
  • Recommend actions based on facts, company values, and coach management through implementation.
  
  
  • Minimize risk through fair, legal, documented, and unbiased investigations.
  
  
  • Receive, investigate, and document internal reporting hotline cases.
  
  
  • Facilitate terminations (letters, meetings, documentation).
  
  
  Employee Relations & Training:
  
  
  
  
  • Evaluate situations requiring knowledge of company policies and processes.
  
  
  • Provide feedback and guidance to management on best practices and fair treatment.
  
  
  • Influence managers, build relationships, and gain buy-in in sensitive situations.
  
  
  • Partner with the Learning department to develop and facilitate ER training (accommodations, violations).
  
  
  Legal & Policy Compliance:
  
  
  
  
  • Partner with internal/external legal counsel on ER matters.
  
  
  • Identify, coordinate, and modify cases as needed.
  
  
  • Ensure stakeholders are advised of recommendations to achieve business objectives while minimizing risk.
  
  
  • Collaborate to ensure consistent application of company policies and contracts.
  
  
  Unionized/Works Council Environments (if applicable):
  
  
  
  
  • Facilitate resolution of grievances, disputes, and employee concerns.
  
  
  • Conduct investigations and coordinate arbitrations as needed.
  
  
  • Interpret union-management agreements and represent management in grievance settlements.
  
  
  • Work may be directed by Industrial Relations/Works Council Manager (certain locations).
  
  
  • Interact with employees, union representatives, and/or Works Council to build rapport and foster collaboration.
  
  
  Additional Responsibilities:
  
  
  
  
  • Manage medical accommodation processes (with other stakeholders).
  
  
  • Facilitate discussions with HR Business Partners and medical experts to find solutions.
  
  
  • Advocate for employees and balance company values.
  
  
  • Document and record approved/denied medical accommodations.
  
  
  • Educate leaders on corrective action and annual review processes (emphasizing early intervention).
  
  
  • Advise management on resolving employee behavior and performance issues.
  
  
  • Support managers in developing/reviewing corrective action plans (including performance improvement plans).
  
  
  • Consult with managers on driving a culture of high performance and engagement.
  
  
  • Document and record employee actions in appropriate systems.
  
  
  • Complete special HR/ER projects (defining objectives, setting schedules, conducting research, delivering on time).
  
  
  • Perform other assigned duties.
  
  
  • Maintain accurate case management records in systems for reporting and compliance.
  
  
  
  

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Education:
  
  
  
  
  • Bachelor's degree required in Human Resource Management, Organizational Psychology, Business, or a related field.
  
  
  Certification (Preferred):
  
  
  
  
  • SHRM certification
  
  
  Experience:
  
  
  
  
  • Minimum 3-5 years' experience as an HR Generalist, Employee Relations Manager, or equivalent experience in a dynamic global organization.
  
  
  Skills:
  
  




• Investigations & ER: Demonstrated experience managing investigations and employee relations issues.


• HR Knowledge: Good knowledge of HR processes gained in a dynamic organization.


• Global Experience (Preferred): Experience in a global company with a matrixed reporting structure.


• Multi-Location Support (Preferred): Experience supporting multiple locations.


• Languages (Plus): Bilingual/multi-lingual skills.


• Legal Compliance: Strong knowledge of employment-related laws at the county/regional level. Maintains awareness of legal requirements and government reporting regulations impacting HR functions, ensuring policy and procedure compliance.


• Technology: Ability to utilize case management software and HRIS systems.


• Case Management: Ability to manage complex employee relations cases and investigations.


• Client Focus: High customer focus.


• Results-Oriented: Results-oriented with a sense of urgency.


• Confidentiality: Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.


• Relationships: Excellent relationship-building skills and ability to positively influence others.


• Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills.


• Labor Relations (Preferred): Labor experience strongly preferred in unionized locations.


• Conflict Resolution: Skilled in conflict resolution techniques.

Please send your resume to Nabyla Feitosa at NMendesFeitosa@judge.com for immediate consideration!




Contact: nmendesfeitosa@judge.com


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