Sr. Employee Relations Associate

Forest Lake Development, Inc.; Parañaque; On-site; PHP 614,000 - 949,000; Full time

Job summary

Forest Lake Development, Inc. in Parañaque City is seeking a Sr. Employee Relations Associate to champion workplace harmony, compliance, and employee well-being at our Parañaque City office.

In this role, you will lead labor relations processes, workplace policy enforcement, and conflict resolution mechanisms across our operational teams. You will balance detailed administrative oversight—such as case documentation, DOLE compliance, and policy drafting with active operational engagement to

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HRM, Psychology, Legal Management, or related field.
• 2–3 years of hands-on experience in employee relations, labor relations, and grievance resolution.
• In-depth knowledge of the Labor Code of the Philippines, DOLE regulations, due process and formal admin hearing procedures.

Responsibilities

• Oversee end-to-end labor relations and case management.
• Guide policy compliance and advisory for team leaders and managers.
• Handle employee grievances and mediate conflicts to maintain positive relations.
• Maintain records, analyze dispute trends, and suggest preventive measures.

Skills

Employee relations

Labor relations

Grievance resolution

Discipline handling

Investigation

NTE drafting

Conflict resolution

Mediation

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management, Psychology, Legal Management, or related field

Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking a dedicated Sr. Employee Relations Associate to champion workplace harmony, compliance, and employee well-being at our Parañaque City office. In this role, you will lead labor relations processes, workplace policy enforcement, and conflict resolution mechanisms across our operational teams. You will balance detailed administrative oversight—such as case documentation, DOLE compliance, and policy drafting with active operational engagement to support managers and maintain a healthy, fair workplace culture.

Why Join Us?

• Health & Family: Comprehensive HMO coverage for you and up to 4 dependents.
• Time for Yourself: 15 Vacation Leaves and 15 Sick Leaves.
• Professional Support: Annual Uniform Allowance and a clear path toward permanent employment.
• Peace of Mind: Life insurance coverage and stability within an established company.
• Rewards & Culture: Employee discounts, annual company events, and a special Christmas gift.

What You'll Do

• Labor Relations & Case Management: Oversee end-to-end disciplinary proceedings, conduct thorough administrative investigations, draft official Notices to Explain (NTE), and issue administrative decisions in accordance with company policy and Philippine labor law.
• Policy Compliance & Advisory: Guide team leaders and department managers on labor standards, employee discipline, and workplace policies to ensure consistent and legally compliant decisions.
• Employee Engagement & Grievance Handling: Serve as a trusted point of contact for employee grievances, mediating conflicts neutrally to maintain positive employee-employer relations.
• Reporting & Risk Mitigation: Maintain accurate records of employee relations cases, analyze workplace dispute trends, and recommend preventive measures to lower organizational risk.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management, Psychology, Legal Management, or a related field.
• Experience: Minimum of 2–3 years of hands-on experience specializing in employee relations, labor relations, and grievance resolution.
• Technical Expertise: In-depth knowledge of the Labor Code of the Philippines, DOLE regulations, due process requirements, and formal administrative hearing procedures.

Key Competencies

• Conflict Resolution & Mediation: Exceptional ability to de-escalate workplace tensions, investigate disputes objectively, and reach fair solutions.
• Critical Thinking: Strong analytical capability to interpret labor policies, weigh evidence, and render sound recommendations.
• Discretion & Confidentiality: Unwavering professional ethics and judgment when managing sensitive employee matters and records.
• Resilience & Professional Assertiveness: Ability to handle delicate workplace conversations with composure, empathy, and firmness.