People Relations & Engagement Leader

Perkins & Will; Watertown (MA); On-site; USD 82,000 - 116,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

HRA

FSA

401(k) with employer match

Tuition reimbursement (day one)

Paid time off

Job summary

Perkins & Will is seeking an Employee Relations & Engagement Manager to be the trusted ER partner across campus, driving a healthy, equitable workplace and advising leadership on policy and risk. You will lead investigations, support performance management, and collaborate with People Ops on retention and engagement strategies.

You will analyze ER trends, advocate for IDEA, and coach managers on effective, compliant processes while ensuring a positive staff experience in a nonprofit educational

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR/Business Administration or related field required.
• Advanced certifications (SHRM-CP/SCP, SPHR) strong plus.
• 5–7+ years HR with focus on employee relations and investigations.
• Deep knowledge of state/federal labor laws and risk mitigation; nonprofit/educational setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary ER resource for employees and supervisors across campus.
• Conduct fair, timely investigations into complex employee relations issues.
• Coach managers on performance management, feedback, and conflict resolution.
• Analyze ER data and lead inclusion and engagement initiatives.

Skills

Employee relations

Workplace investigations

Performance management

Coaching managers

Policy compliance

Data analysis

DEI / Inclusion

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR, Business Administration, or related field

SHRM-CP/SCP or SPHR certification

Investigation/Mediation training

Job description

Perkins & Will is seeking an Employee Relations & Engagement Manager to be the trusted ER partner across campus, driving a healthy, equitable workplace and advising leadership on policy and risk. You will lead investigations, support performance management, and collaborate with People Ops on retention and engagement strategies.

You will analyze ER trends, advocate for IDEA, and coach managers on effective, compliant processes while ensuring a positive staff experience in a nonprofit educational