Employee Relations Business Partner

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For over 50 years AmeriLife has been a leader in the development marketing and distribution of annuity life and health insurance solutions for those planning for and living in retirement.

Associates get satisfaction from knowing they provide agents marketers and carrier partners the support needed to succeed in a rapidly evolving industry.

Job Summary

Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as the primary point of contact for employee relations issues including complaints conflicts and policy inquiries.

• Conduct thorough and impartial investigations into employee complaints harassment discrimination and other workplace concerns.

• Advise managers and employees on the interpretation and application of HR policies procedures and employment laws.

• Document all employee relations cases investigations and outcomes in accordance with company and legal requirements.

• Support performance management processes including coaching corrective action and terminations.

• Facilitate conflict resolution and mediation sessions between employees or between employees and management.

• Monitor workplace trends and recommend improvements to HR policies and practices.

• Responsible for the upkeep of Employee Handbook with guidance from Legal and leads communication to HR Partners and leaders when there are policy updates.

• Ensure compliance with federal state and local employment laws and regulations.

• Partner with HR Operations on background check reviews.

• Develop and deliver training to managers and staff on employee relations topics such as workplace conduct conflict resolution and anti-discrimination.

• Collaborate with HR Legal and Compliance teams to support organizational goals and initiatives.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in human resources Law Business Administration or a related field required.

• 5 years of employee relations experience and preferably a minimum of 3 years in HR business partner roles in dynamic high-growth environments

• Strong knowledge of federal state and local employment laws (e.g. FMLA ADA FLSA Title VII).

• Excellent communication interpersonal and conflict resolution skills.

• Familiarity with ER areas such as performance management corrective action and conflict resolution; you are able to navigate complex conversations and provide objective input

• Ability to conduct sensitive and confidential investigations with professionalism and integrity.

• Strong organizational and documentation skills.

• HR certification (PHR SHRM-CP) is a plus.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value diversity at all levels of the organization. All employment decisions are made without regard to race color religion creed sex (including pregnancy childbirth breastfeeding or related medical conditions) sexual orientation gender identity or expression age national origin ancestry disability genetic information marital status veteran or military status or any other protected characteristic under applicable federal state or local law. We are committed to providing an inclusive equitable and respectful workplace where all employees can thrive.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Statement

We are committed to full compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and all applicable state and local disability laws. Reasonable accommodations are available to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities throughout the application and employment process. Requests for accommodation will be handled confidentially. If you require assistance or accommodation during the application process please contact us at .

Pay Transparency Statement

We are committed to pay transparency and equity in accordance with applicable federal state and local laws. Compensation for this role will be determined based on skills qualifications experience and market factors. Where required by law the pay range for this position will be disclosed in the job posting or provided upon request. Additional compensation information such as benefits bonuses and commissions will be provided as required by law. We do not discriminate or retaliate against employees or applicants for inquiring about discussing or disclosing their pay or the pay of another employee or applicant as protected under applicable law. Pay ranges are available upon request.

Background Screening Statement

Employment offers are contingent upon the successful completion of a background screening which may include employment verification education verification criminal history check and other job-related inquiries as permitted by law. All screenings are conducted in accordance with applicable federal state and local laws and information collected will be kept confidential. If any adverse decision is made based on the results applicants will be notified and given an opportunity to respond.