Senior Employee Relations & Performance Partner Human Resources
Newark, DE - USA
Job Summary
ABOUT THE ROLE
Audibles People & Places team is seeking a Senior Employee Relations (ER) & Performance Partner who will serve as a trusted advisor to senior leaders HR Business Partners Legal and employees across the global organization on workplace concerns ER matters performance management and organizational risk. This role owns two interconnected functions: (1) conducting impartial workplace investigations and building scalable ER frameworks and (2) overseeing and enhancing the companys performance management philosophy and processes. This role leverages data analytics and trend analysis to proactively identify emerging risks strengthen a culture of high performance and accountability and reduce legal compliance and employee experience risks.
The ideal candidate brings deep employee relations expertise and a strong point of view on what effective performance management looks like in a high-standards culture. They combine rigorous investigative capabilities with a strategic mindset leveraging ER and performance data workforce trends and organizational insights to influence leadership decision-making and drive continuous improvement across the employee experience. This role reports to the Global Head of Employee Relations & Rest of World HRBP leader within a larger HRBP ER and Executive Talent team.
As an Senior Employee Relations & Performance Partner you will
- Conduct prompt thorough and impartial ER investigations into complex workplace matters
- Define and evolve the companys global ER framework policies and standard operating procedures establishing best-in-class approaches in areas where precedent may not yet exist
- Plan and execute investigation strategies including witness interviews document reviews evidence collection credibility assessments and investigative findings
- Advise and influence senior leaders across the organization on complex ER matters investigation outcomes corrective actions and broader organizational risk mitigation strategies
- Oversee and continuously enhance the companys performance management framework ensuring alignment with organizational culture values and high-performance standards
- Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leadership and HRBPs on performance-related matters including performance improvement processes calibration practices and difficult performance conversations
- Partner with Amazon ER on shared frameworks and enterprise-wide ER initiatives to ensure appropriate alignment and consistency
- Monitor and analyze ER data across global operations
- Leverage AI tools and technology to enhance case management efficiency streamline investigative workflows and generate data-driven insights that inform ER and performance strategy
- Develop dashboards reports and insights across ER and performance management that inform executive-level decision-making and drive strategic priorities
- Design and implement proactive employee relations initiatives that shape organizational culture inform leadership practices and reduce enterprise-wide risk
ABOUT AUDIBLE
At Audible we innovate and inspire through the power of voice. Were changing the narrative on storytelling. As a leading creator and provider of premium audio storytelling weve redefined the ways people access discover and share stories. The stories we tell have the ability to transport and transform everyday moments into meaningful experiences and its our people who make Audibles service possible. Were listeners storytellers and problem-solvers. Our perspectives and experiences power our ideas and come together in our mission to unleash the power of the spoken word.
- Bachelors degree or equivalent in a related field
- Knowledge of employment law and HR policies and procedures
- 7 years of experience in Employee Relations Human Resources Employment Law Workplace Investigations or related functions
- Experience conducting complex workplace investigations involving harassment discrimination retaliation misconduct and policy violations
- Experience analyzing workforce and performance data and translating insights into strategic recommendations for senior stakeholders
- Written and verbal communication skills including the ability to produce clear well-structured investigation reports and executive-level recommendations
- Experience working within a global multi-jurisdictional company
- Advanced degree law degree or other specialized training/certification in ER/HR
- Experience using HR analytics tools case management systems and workforce dashboards
- Experience designing managing or significantly evolving performance management programs frameworks or processes
- Demonstrated ability to operate independently with minimal direction in ambiguous environments
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status disability or other legally protected status.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process including support for the interview or onboarding process please visit for more information. If the country/region youre applying in isnt listed please contact your Recruiting Partner.
The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience qualifications and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical dental vision prescription Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans EAP Mental Health Support Medical Advice Line Flexible Spending Accounts Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage) 401(k) matching paid time off and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at NJ Newark - 140100.00 - 189500.00 USD annually
Required Experience:
Senior IC
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