Employee Relations Investigator

KONE; Lisle (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks an Employee Relations Investigator to enhance workplace culture and safety. This role involves analyzing investigations, collaborating with various teams, and ensuring compliance with employment laws. The ideal candidate will possess strong investigative and analytical skills, along with a commitment to confidentiality and integrity. Join a supportive environment that values innovation and employee engagement, offering competitive compensation and growth opportunities. Make a positive impact in a role that fosters trust and collaboration across all levels of the organization.

Benefits

Flexible Schedule

401K Match

Comprehensive Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Life and Disability Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Commuter Benefits

Well-being Programs

Learning and Growth Opportunities

Qualifications

• 3+ years in employee relations or HR investigations.
• Experience in conducting investigations and interviews.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and problem-solve to ensure objectives are met.
• Collaborate with teams to resolve employee relations issues.

Skills

Investigative Skills

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Detail Orientation

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources

HR Professional Certification (SHRM-CP, PHR)

Job description

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Founded in 1910, KONE is a global leader providing elevators, escalators, automatic building doors, and solutions for maintenance and modernization, adding value to buildings throughout their lifecycle. Our mission is to improve urban life flow and make cities better places to live by offering innovative, safe, convenient, and reliable solutions.

Our operations span over 60 countries, establishing us as an innovation and sustainability leader, recognized by Forbes, Corporate Knights, and others.

Are you ready to take your career to the next level as our Employee Relations Investigator for KONE Americas in Lisle, IL?

• Do you enjoy analyzing evidence, documentation, and relevant materials to determine findings?
• Is maintaining confidentiality and integrity in investigations important to you?
• Do you excel in collaborating with P&C, Legal, and management teams to resolve employee relations issues?
• Are you experienced in conducting comprehensive investigations into employee incident reports?
• Do you have a passion for quality and results?
• Are you committed to promoting a safety culture?

If you answered YES to these questions, we have an exciting opportunity for you!

As our Employee Relations Investigator, you will analyze, problem-solve, and collaborate to ensure objectives are met, working closely with customers and colleagues. Your mission is to foster a positive culture by achieving safety and quality goals, leading to customer satisfaction and profitable results.

Requirements include 3+ years of experience in employee relations, HR investigations, or related roles, with skills in interviews and working in large organizations. A bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field, or HR professional certification (e.g., SHRM-CP, PHR), is required.

Hiring Requirements

• Understanding of employment laws and regulations
• Strong investigative and analytical skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Discretion with sensitive information
• Interpersonal skills to build trust at all levels
• Detail orientation and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple investigations independently

At KONE, we value innovation, collaboration, employee engagement, and sustainability. We offer a supportive environment where contributions are recognized and career growth is encouraged.

Benefits include:

• Competitive salary
• Flexible schedule
• Learning and growth opportunities
• 401K match and contributions
• Well-being programs
• Comprehensive health insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Life and disability insurance
• Additional benefits such as tuition reimbursement and commuter benefits

Compensation

The annual base pay range is $90,300 – $124,190, depending on experience and qualifications. A bonus plan at 10% target incentive is also offered.

Join us and make a positive impact at KONE!

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We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to diversity and inclusion.