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

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.

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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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)