People Relations Manager

Mark Taylor; Scottsdale (AZ); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing discounts

Amenities access

Employee events

Career growth

401(k) match

Paid time off

Medical benefits

Job summary

Mark-Taylor seeks a People Relations Manager for our Scottsdale corporate office to drive employee relations and investigations across Arizona communities. You will partner with site leaders, influence decisions, and ensure compliant HR practices.

The role requires a strong background in employment laws, investigations, and team supervision, along with excellence in communication and integrity. Expect travel up to 80% with a base in Scottsdale.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR, business admin, or related field; certifications are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead employee relations and workplace investigations.
• Supervise or lead HR team members.
• Ensure compliance with federal and Arizona employment laws; address agency charges.
• Advise leaders with effective, defensible recommendations.
• Maintain confidentiality and integrity in handling sensitive information.
• Travel to communities across the Valley up to 80% with time at Scottsdale HQ.

Skills

Employee relations

Workplace investigations

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Analytical thinking

Discretion

Travel 80%

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR / Business Administration / related field

PHR / SPHR / SHRM-CP / SHRM-SCP

Tools

Paylocity

Microsoft Office

Excel

Job description

Description

At Mark-Taylor, we believe our success starts with our people. For over 40 years, we've built and managed Arizona's most beautiful apartment communities while fostering a culture centered on people, excellence and growth.

We are proud to be recognized as Ranking Arizona's #1 Multifamily Builder and Manager, a Best Place to work in Multifamily, and a Healthiest Employer by the Phoenix Business Journal, and more.

Our communities are growing and so is our corporate team! We're hiring a People Relations Manager at our corporate office in Scottsdale, AZ.

Why You'll Love working at Mark-Taylor

• Employee rent discounts.*
• Access to all Mark-Taylor amenities.
• Employee appreciation events.
• Opportunities for career growth.
• 401(k) with robust company match.**
• Paid time off, sick time, holidays, and volunteer time.**
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits.**

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field. Relevant certifications (PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP) are a plus; workplace investigations training or certification preferred.
• 7+ years of progressive HR experience, including at least 4 years focused on employee relations and workplace investigations.
• 2+ years of experience supervising or leading HR team members.
• Thorough knowledge of federal and Arizona employment laws, including Title VII, ADA, FMLA, FLSA, and ADEA, and experience responding to agency charges.
• Proven ability to conduct and oversee objective, well-documented investigations and to make sound, defensible recommendations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to influence and advise leaders at all levels of the organization.
• Maintain a high level of integrity and handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify trends, evaluate options, and implement effective solutions.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office products, including intermediate Excel knowledge. Experience with an HRIS (Paylocity preferred) is a plus.
• Reliable transportation and the ability to travel to communities across the Valley up to 80% of the time, with the remaining time spent at Mark-Taylor's corporate office in Scottsdale.

In this role, you will

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field. Relevant certifications (PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP) are a plus; workplace investigations training or certification preferred.
• 7+ years of progressive HR experience, including at least 4 years focused on employee relations and workplace investigations.
• 2+ years of experience supervising or leading HR team members.
• Thorough knowledge of federal and Arizona employment laws, including Title VII, ADA, FMLA, FLSA, and ADEA, and experience responding to agency charges.
• Proven ability to conduct and oversee objective, well-documented investigations and to make sound, defensible recommendations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to influence and advise leaders at all levels of the organization.
• Maintain a high level of integrity and handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify trends, evaluate options, and implement effective solutions.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office products, including intermediate Excel knowledge. Experience with an HRIS (Paylocity preferred) is a plus.
• Reliable transportation and the ability to travel to communities across the Valley up to 80% of the time, with the remaining time spent at Mark-Taylor's corporate office in Scottsdale.

Mark-Taylor is an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace. All our employees undergo pre-employment screening which includes drug testing.

*Housing discounts are subject to availability at each community.

**Benefits offered for full-time employees.