Sr. Employee Relations Specialist

Job Title : Senior Employee Relations Specialist (Hybrid Boca Raton FL)

Location : Boca Raton Florida (Hybrid 3 days onsite per week)

Contract Duration : 9 months (potential extension up to 12 months)

Work Hours : 40 hours / week Standard business hours Some overtime possible

Start Date : November 24 2025

Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Employee Relations Specialist to manage complex employee relations matters in a fast-paced collaborative environment. This role involves conducting investigations advising leaders supporting compliance and strengthening organizational culture through fair consistent and policy-aligned decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

Employee & Labor Relations

Conduct thorough investigations into misconduct harassment discrimination and policy violations.

Manage Compliance Hotline / Speak Up cases to resolution with proper documentation.

Provide expert guidance to managers on employee relations best practices and legal compliance.

Partner with HR legal and business leaders to mitigate risk and ensure consistent policy interpretation.

Support unionized environments through grievance resolution and arbitration participation.

Build trusted relationships with employees union representatives and Works Councils.

Medical Accommodations

Lead the medical accommodation process in coordination with HR and medical experts.

Facilitate interactive discussions document outcomes and balance employee advocacy with business needs.

Corrective Action & Performance Management

Advise on corrective action procedures including drafting performance improvement plans.

Educate leaders on SMART objectives and progressive discipline practices.

Maintain accurate and compliant records of employee actions and case resolutions.

Training & Program Development

Collaborate with Learning teams to create and deliver ER-related training.

Contribute to employee relations initiatives and continuous improvement projects.

Special Projects & Administration

Lead or support HR / ER projects ensuring timely and quality outcomes.

Maintain detailed case management documentation for audits and compliance reporting.

Qualifications

Bachelor s degree in Human Resources Business Organizational Psychology or related field.

5 7 years of employee relations experience with a strong focus on investigations.

Solid understanding of employment law compliance and HR best practices.

Proficient with HRIS and case management tools (e.g. ServiceNow NAVEX EthicsPoint).

Strong interpersonal communication and conflict-resolution skills.

High discretion integrity and ability to handle sensitive matters confidentially.

Local to Boca Raton FL and available onsite 3 days per week.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in unionized environments and labor relations.

SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP certification.

Bilingual (English / Spanish).

Experience in global or matrixed organizations supporting multiple sites.

Additional Information

Must be able to manage 25 40 ER cases weekly including high-sensitivity issues.

Role requires strong emotional resilience and self-care awareness.

Initial onboarding includes one month of structured training with peer support.

Minimal travel (up to 10%) may be required.

Interview Process : 1 3 virtual rounds with final decision expected within 2 3 weeks.

Employment Type : Contract (Contingent Labor)

Key Skills

Customer Service,CFA,Ethernet,Fiber,Anesthesia

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1