People Relations Manager — HR Investigations & Growth

Mark--taylor-Residentia; Scottsdale (AZ); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee rent discounts

Amenities access

Employee appreciation events

Career growth

401(k) match

Paid time off

Medical, Dental, Vision benefits

Job summary

Mark-Taylor is seeking a People Relations Manager for our Scottsdale corporate office. This role leads employee relations and workplace investigations across Arizona communities, partnering with leaders to drive fair, compliant outcomes.

You will bring 7+ years in progressive HR, with at least 4 years in employee relations, plus 2+ years supervising HR staff. Arizona employment law knowledge and strong communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• Certifications (PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP) are a plus; investigations training preferred.
• 7+ years progressive HR experience, including at least 4 years in employee relations and investigations.
• 2+ years supervising or leading HR team members.
• Strong knowledge of federal and Arizona employment laws, including Title VII, ADA, FMLA, FLSA, ADEA.
• Proven ability to conduct objective investigations and make defensible recommendations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, ability to advise leaders at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Lead employee relations and workplace investigations across communities.
• Advise leaders on compliant, defensible outcomes and policy interpretation.
• Oversee and document investigations with integrity and discretion.
• Partner with HR and leadership on strategic workforce solutions.
• Travel across the Valley up to 80% with time at Scottsdale corporate office.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Strong communication

Integrity & discretion

Attention to confidentiality

Leadership

Multi-tasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/Business Admin

PHR/SPHR/SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP (plus)

Tools

Paylocity

Microsoft Office

Excel

Job description

Mark-Taylor is seeking a People Relations Manager for our Scottsdale corporate office. This role leads employee relations and workplace investigations across Arizona communities, partnering with leaders to drive fair, compliant outcomes.

You will bring 7+ years in progressive HR, with at least 4 years in employee relations, plus 2+ years supervising HR staff. Arizona employment law knowledge and strong communication are essential.