People Compliance & Employee Relations, Advisor

Zebra Technology Corporation; Holtsville (NY); Hybrid; USD 106,000 - 161,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company that values innovation and collaboration. As a People Compliance and Employee Relations Advisor, you will play a vital role in ensuring compliance and fostering positive relations within the organization. This dynamic position involves developing and implementing HR compliance programs, conducting investigations, and collaborating with key stakeholders to uphold labor laws and best practices. If you are passionate about creating a positive workplace culture and have the expertise to navigate complex HR challenges, this is the perfect opportunity for you to make a difference and shape the future of work.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of progressive HR experience with compliance and employee relations.
• Bachelor’s degree in business administration or related discipline.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain HR compliance and Employee Relations programs.
• Conduct employee relations investigations and provide consultation.

Skills

Employee Relations

HR Compliance

Investigative Skills

Project Management

Labor Relations Knowledge

Bilingual (Spanish/French)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources

Job description

Remote Work: Hybrid

Overview:

At Zebra, we are a community of innovators who come together to create new ways of working to make everyday life better. United by curiosity and care, we develop dynamic solutions that anticipate our customer’s and partner’s needs and solve their challenges.

Being a part of Zebra Nation means being seen, heard, valued, and respected. Drawing from our diverse perspectives, we collaborate to deliver on our purpose. Here you are a part of a team pushing boundaries to redefine the work of tomorrow for organizations, their employees, and those they serve.

You have opportunities to learn and lead at a forward-thinking company, defining your path to a fulfilling career while channeling your skills toward causes that you care about – locally and globally. We’ve only begun reimagining the future – for our people, our customers, and the world.

Let’s create tomorrow together.

The People Compliance and Employee Relations Advisor plays an important role in ensuring that our organization maintains the highest standards of compliance and fosters positive employee relations. Supports the People function of Compliance and Employee Relations (ER) in collaboration with Legal, People Partners, Talent Acquisition, key business leaders, and other HR colleagues. This role supports the Director of People Compliance & Employee relations in the development and implementation of proactive strategies, training, communication, capability and awareness building on both HR/People Compliance and ER best practices.

Responsibilities:

• Supports the development, implementation and maintenance of Zebra’s HR compliance and Employee Relations Programs, policies, procedures, internal audits, investigations, and reporting to ensure adherence to employment regulations, labor laws, and other applicable workforce compliance matters.
• Partners with Legal and provides consultation to People Partners on employee relations matters including HR investigations, performance management, leaves of absence, labor relations actions, restructurings/reductions in force and other employment law related issues.
• Ability to conduct escalated and complex employee relations investigations.
• Supports the development and delivery of People Compliance & Employee Relations Training.
• Builds and manages strong business practices to ensure the consistent application and governance of HR policies and controls.
• Stays up to date with employment regulations, labor laws, industry best practices and emerging risks, implementing changes to practices and policies as needed.
• Participates and leads special projects/programs requiring compliance expertise and project management.
• Supports government contract compliance and organizational implications in partnership with the business.

Able to work hybrid in Lincolnshire, IL strongly preferred.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Human Resources, or related discipline.
• 8+ years of progressive HR experience with a minimum of 2 years managing HR processes/policies including employee relations and compliance.
• Able to travel up to 25%.

Preferred Skills & Competencies:

• Knowledge of Title VII, OFCCP and AAP, ADA and FMLA compliance as well as an understanding of basic labor relations principles preferred.
• Language skills preferred: proficiency in Spanish and/or French.
• Applicable knowledge in country/local employment laws, employee relations principles and regulatory matters, including wage and hour compliance, hiring policies and procedures, recordkeeping, employee data, terminations, employee progressive discipline and procedures, background checks and drug testing.

Come Join the Herd!

Zebra is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability and protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law. If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance in applying for a position, please contact us at [e-mail]. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Zebra is a federal contractor and is committed to an alcohol and drug free workplace. As a result, all U.S. based employees are subject to the Drug and Alcohol Free Workplace Policy and Procedure.

Salary: USD 106800.00 - USD 160200.00 Yearly

Salary offered will vary depending on your location, job-related skills, knowledge, and experience. Additionally, all Zebra roles are eligible for cash incentive programs. For example, sales roles have additional opportunity to earn substantial variable compensation tied to quota achievement. In most other roles, the Zebra annual cash incentive program links Company and individual performance together. Some roles may also be eligible for long-term incentive equity awards.

To protect candidates from falling victim to online fraudulent activity involving fake job postings and employment offers, please be aware our recruiters will always connect with you via @zebra.com email accounts. Applications are only accepted through our applicant tracking system and only accept personal identifying information through that system. Our Talent Acquisition team will not ask for you to provide personal identifying information via e-mail or outside of the system. If you are a victim of identity theft contact your local police department.