Employee Relations Partner — Culture & Compliance

The Frick Collection; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Holidays

Sick & Vacation time

Paid Family leave

Health, Dental & Vision insurance

Disability & Life Insurance

Retirement (403b)

Wellness Programs

Transit and other benefits

Job summary

The Frick Collection is seeking an Employee Relations Specialist to partner with leadership and shape a positive, compliant employee experience across the institution. You will manage investigations, support performance management, and help sustain an inclusive culture.

Reporting to the Head of Human Resources, you will serve as a trusted HR partner, ensuring policy interpretation, and driving engagement initiatives. Strong HRIS and confidentiality are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development, or related field.
• 5-7 years of progressive HR experience.
• Minimum 3 years of employee relations experience.
• Demonstrated experience conducting workplace investigations.
• Strong knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices.
• Excellent interpersonal, conflict-resolution, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage highly sensitive and confidential information.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary HR resource for employee relations matters, including workplace concerns, conflict resolution, policy interpretation, and manager consultation.
• Conduct impartial investigations into employee complaints, misconduct allegations, and policy violations, and prepare related documentation and recommendations.
• Coach managers on employee performance, attendance, conduct, corrective action, and performance improvement plans.
• Partner with leaders to address workplace issues proactively and promote a positive, respectful, and inclusive work environment.
• Interpret and apply HR policies, employment laws, and regulatory requirements; recommend policy updates and best practices.
• Develop and deliver employee engagement, training, and professional development initiatives that support organizational culture and retention.
• Prepare HR metrics, reports, and analysis related to employee relations trends, workforce planning, and organizational effectiveness.

Skills

Bachelor's degree in HR or related

5-7 years progressive HR experience

3+ years employee relations experience

Workplace investigations experience

Knowledge of employment laws and HR**

Interpersonal, conflict-resolution, &沟

HRIS proficiency & MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/Related field

Tools

HRIS systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Frick Collection is seeking an Employee Relations Specialist to partner with leadership and shape a positive, compliant employee experience across the institution. You will manage investigations, support performance management, and help sustain an inclusive culture.

Reporting to the Head of Human Resources, you will serve as a trusted HR partner, ensuring policy interpretation, and driving engagement initiatives. Strong HRIS and confidentiality are essential.