Employee Relations Manager

Employee Relations Manager

Location: El Segundo (Los Angeles) CA

At KARL STORZ we believe a respectful fair and inclusive workplace is fundamental to our success. Were seeking an Employee Relations Manager to serve as our North America subject matter expert for employee relationspartnering closely with leaders HR Business Partners and Legal to navigate complex workplace matters and strengthen employee engagement.

What Youll Do

As a trusted advisor youll lead employee relations strategy and execution across KSNA balancing compliance empathy and business impact.

Employee Relations & Compliance

• Provide expert guidance on performance management corrective action accommodations and workplace concerns
• Interpret and apply federal and state employment laws (ADA FMLA CFRA and beyond)
• Promote inclusive unbiased practices aligned with KARL STORZ values

Workplace Investigations

• Lead complex investigations involving harassment discrimination hostile work environment and other concerns
• Conduct thorough unbiased factfinding and document cases in the ER case management system
• Partner with leaders to ensure timely appropriate outcomes

Coaching & Manager Enablement

• Coach leaders at all levels on difficult conversations performance management and early issue resolution
• Design and deliver ERrelated training and workshops

Proactive Risk Mitigation

• Analyze ER trends to identify risks and root causes
• Partner with HRBPs to implement proactive solutions that improve engagement and minimize reactive work

Programs Policy & Data

• Design and improve ER programs policies and processes
• Own ER case management data reporting insights and trends
• Leverage technologyincluding AI and Copilotto enhance ER effectiveness

What You Bring

• 5 years in Employee Relations or HR Generalist roles with significant ER ownership
• 3 years leading complex investigations and factfinding interviews
• Strong working knowledge of U.S. employment law and ER best practices
• Experience with ER case management systems and data analysis
• Bachelors degree in HR or a related field (Masters preferred)
• Exceptional judgment resilience and communication skills
• Comfort partnering with and influencing senior leaders
• Willingness to travel as needed

Why KARL STORZ

Youll have the opportunity to shape ER strategy for a large complex organization while working with collaborative leaders who value ethical decisionmaking continuous improvement and employee experience.

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