APAC Employee Relations ManagerSenior Manager

Who We Are

Applied Materials is a global leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce virtually every new chip and advanced display in the world. We design build and service cutting-edge equipment that helps our customers manufacture display and semiconductor chips the brains of devices we use every day. As the foundation of the global electronics industry Applied enables the exciting technologies that literally connect our world like AI and IoT. If you want to push the boundaries of materials science and engineering to create next generation technology join us to deliver material innovation that changes the world.

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Job Profile Summary

The Employee Relations Manager/Senior Manager will join our HR team to lead efforts that boost employee satisfaction address workplace conflicts and maintain a positive compliant work environment. Responsibilities include managing sensitive employee issues partnering with managers to ensure fair practices and supporting HR policies that reflect legal requirements and company culture. Through constructive conflict resolution advocacy for fairness and open communication this individual fosters an inclusive workplace.

This is a APAC level ER role leading ER strategy/management for Taiwan and China. Potentially be scoped to APAC ER leader based on candidates skills/experience readiness.

Key Responsibilities

• Independently conduct internal investigations into potential violations of laws collective bargaining agreements or company policies.

• Manage and respond to all employee and labor relations issues within the organization.

• Establish implement oversee and continuously improve controls that promote legal and policy compliance.

• Investigate and resolve complex employee grievances disputes and complaints confidentially promptly and impartially.

• Monitor workplace culture and suggest improvements to people policies and employee engagement initiatives.

• Counsel business leaders on disciplinary actions layoffs and employee separations to maintain alignment with employment law and company values.

• Handle inquiries related to harassment misconduct or discrimination and prepare thorough documentation and reports.

• Collaborate with legal counsel or external advisors when handling employment-related legal matters.

• Support and facilitate manager and employee training on topics like conflict resolution anti-harassment and effective communication.

• Track trends and metrics in employee relations to identify patterns risks or concerns and report findings to HR leadership.

• Ensure thorough accurate and compliant documentation and reporting for employee relations cases.

Functional Knowledge

• Considered a technical expert in their field with deep and broad expertise in their discipline and comprehensive knowledge of related areas. Requires strong understanding of employment laws regulatory environments and disciplinary processes.

• Welcome HR Business Partners or Employment Legals who have solid ER experience and have interest in this domain to apply.

• Welcome candidates from all industrial background to apply (Were not limiting the experience in Semiconductor industry)

Business Expertise

Able to anticipate business and regulatory changes recommending improvements to products processes or services. Capable of working across functions in matrix organizations and handling multiple cases concurrently.

Leadership

Leads high-risk complex projects and develops strategies for successful execution.

Problem Solving

Handles unique and complicated issues affecting the business using conceptual and innovative thinking for solution development. Demonstrates keen attention to detail conflict resolution mediation negotiation influence and analytical skills making balanced decisions under pressure.

Impact

Directs program project or service allocation and direction operating within general functional policies and industry standards.

Interpersonal Skills

Communicates complex concepts anticipates objections and persuades senior stakeholders to accept new perspectives. Possesses excellent communication empathy and judgment building trust coaching managers resolving conflicts and managing sensitive scenarios with professionalism.

Education

Bachelor or Master degree in Human Resources Labor Relations Employment Law Business Administration or a related discipline.

Experience

Demonstrated experience in HR focusing on employee relations industrial relations HR advisory positions or employment law. Must have conducted workplace investigations and prepared written case summaries.

Reporting Structure

Reports to APAC HR Head.

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This is a regular on-site role in week days in Hsinchu City.

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Applied Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color national origin citizenship ancestry religion creed sex sexual orientation gender identity age disability veteran or military status or any other basis prohibited by law.