[Remote] Sr Employee Relations & Compliance Program Manager

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. BECU is a financial institution committed to serving its members and communities since 1935. They are seeking a seasoned Employee Relations partner who will manage complex employee relations matters, advise leaders on workplace challenges, and strengthen compliance programs to foster a positive workplace culture.ResponsibilitiesLead Complex Employee Relations Cases: You’ll manage high-risk and sensitive employee relations matters, guiding investigations and resolutions with care, objectivity, and sound judgmentAdvise and Support Leaders: You’ll partner with leaders to navigate employee concerns, corrective actions, separations, and workplace challenges, helping them make confident, informed decisionsDrive Fair & Consistent Practices: You’ll ensure the corrective action process is applied consistently and equitably, collaborating with leaders, employees, and Legal to uphold standardsServe as a Trusted Expert: You’ll be the go-to resource for employee relations guidance, helping teams work through complex escalations and decisionsDesign & Improve Programs: You’ll lead the evolution of employee relations and HR compliance programs, continuously refining policies, frameworks, and processes to meet organizational needsStrengthen Compliance: You’ll design and manage compliance programs that align with federal, state, and local regulations—ensuring BECU stays ahead of riskManage External Responses: You’ll oversee responses to agencies and third parties (e.g., EEOC, FLSA, FMLA), including drafting clear, effective communicationsPartner with Legal: You’ll collaborate closely with internal and external counsel to support employment-related matters such as audits, hearings, and litigationCoordinate Case Strategy: You’ll act as a liaison with Legal, ensuring documentation, research, and case strategies are complete and alignedConsult on Employment Law: You’ll guide PBPs and leaders on key regulations such as ADA, wage and hour laws, and leave managementMonitor Regulatory Changes: You’ll stay ahead of evolving laws and trends, recommending updates that keep BECU compliant and competitiveEnsure Audit Readiness: You’ll oversee records management and documentation, maintaining accuracy and readiness for audits or reviewsIdentify Risks & Trends: You’ll analyze patterns in employee relations and compliance to proactively address issues and strengthen organizational healthEnhance Processes & Tools: You’ll continuously improve workflows and tools, making ER and compliance processes more efficient and effectiveCollaborate Across Teams: You’ll work cross-functionally with PBPs, leadership, and stakeholders to align practices and drive consistencySupport Additional Needs: You’ll contribute wherever needed, taking on additional responsibilities that support team and organizational successSkillsBachelor's degree in Business or Human Resource Management, or equivalent work or educational experienceMinimum of seven years of experience in human resourcesMinimum of four years of experience in employee relationsExperience conducting and/or leading the execution of complex employee relations issuesAdvanced degreeStrong expertise in ADA, accommodations, and interactive process management, including practical application and risk assessmentSound judgment and discretion; able to handle sensitive and confidential information appropriatelyStrong working knowledge of federal, state and local employment laws and regulations benefit/payroll laws (EEO, FLSA, FMLA, ADA, leaves of absence)Demonstrated consultative, problem-solving, decision-making and credibility assessment skillsAbility to work collaboratively, influence and make decisions while keeping partners and leaders informedAbility to communicate directly and diplomatically with all levels of employeesExperience with document review and policies/procedures development and executionExperience collecting and synthesizing data and information from disparate sourcesExcellent verbal and written skills to effectively communicate in the English languageExcellent conceptual, analytical, and project management skills, with the ability to develop presentations and present ideas at both the 'big picture' and detail levelBenefits401(k) Company Match (up to 3%)4% annual contribution to your 401(k) by BECUMedical, Dental and Vision (family contributions as well)PTO Program + Exchange ProgramTuition Reimbursement ProgramBECU Cares volunteer time off + donation matchCompany OverviewAs a member-owned, not-for-profit financial cooperative, BECU is guided by the credit union philosophy of “people helping people.” In fact, putting people over profit guides our everyday business decisions. It was founded in 1935, and is headquartered in Tukwila, Washington, USA, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is https://www.becu.org/landing/fintech-incubator.