Regional Employee Relations Leader

RiseMe; Van Dyke (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Universal Management Services seeks an experienced Regional Employee Relations Manager to oversee employee relations across a diverse, geographically dispersed workforce. You will investigate concerns, ensure policy compliance, and advise leaders on performance and discipline.

Responsibilities include managing investigations, expedite hearings, and driving engagement while mitigating risk and ensuring adherence to federal and state employment laws.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business Administration, Supply Chain, or a related field.
• 5+ years of progressive HR experience with a strong focus on employee relations.
• Experience conducting workplace investigations and handling complex employee relations matters.
• Strong knowledge of federal and state employment laws and HR best practices.
• Excellent interpersonal, conflict resolution, and communication skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment in sensitive situations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Serve as primary contact for employee relations across multiple units and locations.
• Investigate employee complaints, workplace concerns, harassment allegations, policy violations, and other employee issues.
• Conduct thorough and impartial investigations, document findings, and recommend corrective actions when appropriate.
• Partner with local management to handle union grievances, as well as to coordinate and attend local level hearings.
• Provide guidance to managers regarding employee performance, attendance, disciplinary actions, and conflict resolution.
• Partner with leadership to ensure consistent interpretation and application of company policies and procedures.
• Advise managers on corrective actions and progressive discipline steps, and employee development initiatives.
• Support leaders in addressing workplace issues while maintaining compliance and minimizing organizational risk.
• Coach managers on effective communication, documentation, and employee accountability practices.
• Develop and implement strategies to improve employee satisfaction, retention, and organizational culture.
• Analyze employee feedback, exit interviews, and workplace trends to recommend improvements.
• Support employee recognition and engagement programs designed to enhance employee experience.
• Collaborate with Talent Acquisition, Compensation, Benefits, and Operations teams to support business objectives.
• Assist with organizational change initiatives, restructuring efforts, workforce planning, and communication strategies.
• Conduct management and employee training on HR policies, employee relations topics, and workplace best practices.

Skills

Employee Relations

Investigations

Conflict Resolution

Employment Law Knowledge

Communication

Confidentiality

Leadership Coaching

Policy Development

Change Management

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR / Business Administration / Supply Chain

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

HRIS platforms

Job description

Universal Management Services seeks an experienced Regional Employee Relations Manager to oversee employee relations across a diverse, geographically dispersed workforce. You will investigate concerns, ensure policy compliance, and advise leaders on performance and discipline.

Responsibilities include managing investigations, expedite hearings, and driving engagement while mitigating risk and ensuring adherence to federal and state employment laws.