HR Employee Relations Specialist

May Institute; Randolph (MA); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company in the Individual and Family Services industry as an Employee Relations Specialist. You'll play a vital role in supporting a fair and respectful workplace by leading investigations and advising on employee relations matters. Offering competitive pay and generous benefits, this full-time position is ideal for candidates with a strong background in HR and compliance.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Generous PTO, including a floating birthday holiday

403(b) Retirement Plan with employer match

Professional Development: Training and tuition reimbursement

Access to Employee Assistance Program and wellness resources

Qualifications

• 3-5 years’ experience in employee relations or workplace investigations.
• Strong knowledge of employment laws (ADA, FMLA, Title VII, etc.).
• Ability to manage sensitive situations with professionalism and discretion.

Responsibilities

• Lead fair, thorough investigations into employee concerns and allegations.
• Advise managers and staff on investigation outcomes and next steps.
• Maintain accurate, confidential documentation of all investigations.

Skills

Excellent communication

Documentation skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, or related field

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Location: Randolph, MA (Hybrid Eligible)

Full-Time | Human Resources Team

Support a Fair, Respectful, and Compliant Workplace

May Institute is looking for an experienced Employee Relations & Compliance Specialist to join our HR team. In this role, you’ll lead investigations, guide managers and employees through workplace concerns, and ensure compliance with employment laws and internal policies. This is a key position for someone who values integrity, confidentiality, and meaningful impact.

What You’ll Do

• Lead fair, thorough investigations into employee concerns and allegations of employee misconduct
• Advise managers and staff on investigation outcomes and next step
• Maintain accurate, confidential documentation of all investigations and employee relations matters including notes and reports
• Identify trends arising from investigations and recommend solutions to promote a positive work culture
  
  

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, or related field or commensurate experience
• 3–5 years’ experience in employee relations or workplace investigations
• Strong knowledge of employment laws (ADA, FMLA, Title VII, etc.)
• Excellent communication, documentation, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage sensitive situations with professionalism and discretion
  
  

What We Offer

• Competitive Pay
• Excellent Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Generous PTO: Includes holidays and a floating birthday holiday
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with employer match
• Professional Development: Training, tuition reimbursement, and loan repayment support
• Employee Support: Access to our Employee Assistance Program and wellness resources
  
  

Make a real impact in creating a workplace where employees feel respected, heard, and supported. Apply today.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Human Resources

• Industries

  Individual and Family Services

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