[Remote] Employee Relations Consultant

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Empower is dedicated to transforming financial lives and creating a welcoming and inclusive environment for its employees. The Employee Relations Consultant will work independently to support and guide managers on various employee relations issues, providing coaching, conducting investigations, and ensuring compliance with employment laws.ResponsibilitiesPartner with and provide support to management on employee relations issues, including but not limited to: conducting investigations and disciplinary actions (including involuntary terminations). Will also support our legal partners and assist in their work to respond to EEOC chargesProvide coaching and conflict resolution to management and employeesTrack trends and makes recommendations for improvement to HR or department managementServe as a subject matter expert on employment laws and regulationsMaintain a comprehensive understanding and serves as a subject matter expert on Federal, State, and Municipal employment law and regulations to ensure compliance and to mitigate risk to the organizationIn coordination with the Sr.HR Business Partner and HR senior Leadership, create and interpret company policies and proceduresProvide input and recommendations regarding current HR policies and procedures to HR senior Leadership and HR functional areasReinforce initiatives within respective client group as defined by the Sr.HR Business Partner or business unit managementMay work with Sr.HR Business Partner and HR Director to support enterprise-wide employee engagement initiativesSkillsBachelor's Degree in related field or equivalent experienceFive (+) years of relevant work experienceSubject matter expert on current employment laws and regulationsProficiency in MS OfficeExcellent interpersonal and communication skillsApplicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.SHR Generalist experience in a service related industryPHR or SPHR certification strongly preferredBenefitsMedical, dental, vision and life insuranceRetirement savings – 401(k) plan with generous company matching contributions (up to 6%), financial advisory services, potential company discretionary contribution, and a broad investment lineupTuition reimbursement up to $5,250/yearBusiness-casual environment that includes the option to wear jeansGenerous paid time off upon hire – including a paid time off program plus ten paid company holidays and three floating holidays each calendar yearPaid volunteer time — 16 hours per calendar yearLeave of absence programs – including paid parental leave, paid short- and long-term disability, and Family and Medical Leave (FMLA)Business Resource Groups (BRGs) – BRGs facilitate inclusion and collaboration across our business internally and throughout the communities where we live, work and play. BRGs are open to all.Non-sales positions have the opportunity to participate in a bonus programOther necessary computer equipment, will be providedCompany OverviewEMPower is a non-governmental agency for social well being. It was founded in 1891, and is headquartered in Greenwood Village, Colorado, USA, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is https://www.empower.com.