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GRM International

Manager, Employee Relations

GRM International, Washington, DC


Manager, Employee Relations

About Palladium:
Palladium is a global company working to design,develop and deliver positive impact on the lives and livelihoods of peoplearound the globe; broaden access to health, water, power, and infrastructure;build enduring, sustainable, and transformative institutions and market systemsto address global challenges; and conserve the natural world. We operate inover 90 countries and have a workforce of 3,200 talented, motivated, anddiverse staff of all religions, races, languages, and gender identities.

This Opportunity:
The ideal candidate has a strong history of providingguidance and support to employees and management on employment-relatedmatters. They are adept at resolving issues, preventing disputes, and helpingcreate and enforce workplace policies.

Location & Compensation:
Theposition is based in Palladium's Washington D.C. office withflexibility for a remote option in U.S. states where Palladium is registered.

For our prospective employees in theUnited States, please note that the full-time equivalent annual base salary forthis position is expected to range from $85,000 to $115,000, and successfulcandidates may also be eligible for additional, variable incentive compensationdependent on the role.

Pleasebe advised that a final salary offer will be based on various factors,including but not limited to your qualifications, education, experience,skills, seniority, performance, and Palladium's business or organizationalneeds.

Ifyou have any questions or concerns regarding the compensation for thisposition, please do not hesitate to reach out to us. We value your interest inour company and appreciate the opportunity to discuss this opportunity withyou.

You and Your Career:
If you are a seasoned HumanResources professional who thrives in a dynamic and high-volume environment, and you have expertise in Employee Relations,we are interested in hearing from you.

Weare a learning organization and provide growth opportunities from thestart. We pride ourselves on giving you the freedom, resources, andguidance to chart a fulfilling career!

ReportingLines:
Thiscandidate will report to the VP of Human Resources, Americas.

Primary Roles and Responsibilities:
  • Investigate and resolve complex or critical employee relations issues in a timely and effective manner.
  • Partner with Risk Management team to investigate the various HR related aspects of reports submitted through the hotline.
  • Partner with HR Business Partners to respond to Unemployment Claims and represent the company in hearings.
  • Advise managers on organizational policy matters such as equal employment opportunity, sexual harassment, and recommend needed changes.
  • Analyze and provide advice to supervisors and managers on methods and approaches to resolve employee work problems.
  • Conduct exit interviews to identify reasons for employee termination.
  • Provide guidance and recommendations for problem resolution to departmental leaders and employees.
  • Recommend strategies to build a positive employer-employee relationship and promote a high level of employee morale and motivation.
  • Participate in the development and implementation of policy and procedures related to personnel matters.
  • Maintain knowledge of legal requirements related to day-to-day management of employees, reducing legal risks, and ensuring regulatory compliance.
  • AAP/EEO/Vets-4212 reporting development and analysis.
  • OSHA and BLS survey response

Essential Criteria:
  • French and English language proficiency required.
  • Experience in HR and Employee Relations required.
  • Employee Relations expertise with a strong background in workplace investigations.
  • Advanced knowledge of workplace compliance investigations best practices, employee advocacy, EEO compliance, and
  • Affirmative Action planning and reporting.
  • Experience in handling difficult, complex, and highly sensitive employee relations issues and providing guidance and mentorship to leaders.
  • Excellent time management, planning and organizational skills, with the ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks and competing deadlines.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills including active listening, verbal and nonverbal communication, social awareness, empathy, and accountability.
  • Ability to exercise sound judgement and make independent decisions and recommendations on difficult and sensitive matters in a thorough and expeditious manner.
  • Strong aptitude to identify trends and develop proposed solutions.
  • Ability to travel to site for investigation if required.

Desirable Criteria:
  • Education in Human Resources or similar program, highly preferred.
  • Human Resources Certification (PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP), preferred.

Equity,Diversity & Inclusion - Palladium is committed to embedding equity,diversity, and inclusion into everything we do. We welcome applications fromall sections of society and actively encourage diversity to drive innovation,creativity, success and good practice. We positively welcome and seek to ensurewe achieve diversity in our workforce; and that all job applicants andemployees receive equal and fair treatment regardless of their background orpersonal characteristics. These include: (but are not limited to)socio-economic background, age, race, gender identity and expression, religion,ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, nationality, veteran, marital orIndigenous status.

Should yourequire any adjustments or accommodations to be made due to a disability or youare a neurodivergent individual or for any other circumstance, please email ourteam at [redacted] and we will be in touch to discuss.

Safeguarding - Wedefine Safeguarding as "the preventative action taken by Palladium to protectour people, clients and the communities we work with from harm". We arecommitted to ensuring that all children and adults who come into contact withPalladium are treated with respect and are free from abuse. All successful candidates will be subject toan enhanced selection process including safeguarding-focused interviews and arigorous due diligence process.