Remote Employee Relations Specialist - HR Investigations

Akumin Inc.; Indianapolis (IN); Remote; USD 68,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

HSA with employer contributions

401(k) with employer match

Paid holidays

Defined PTO and sick time

Job summary

Akumin Inc. is seeking an Employee Relations Specialist for a fully remote role within the United States. You will handle employee concerns, interpret policies, and support investigations while maintaining compliant, confidential records.

Key duties include intake and triage, advising managers on policies, and partnering with the Senior Manager to implement performance improvement plans. Relevant HR experience and HRIS tools like Workday are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent HR experience required.
• Experience in employee relations, investigations, and policy interpretation.
• Knowledge of employment laws and compliance practices.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the first point of contact for employees and managers reporting workplace concerns or policy questions.
• Document initial statements, gather preliminary facts, and present findings to the Sr. Manager, ER.
• Independently manage routine ER cases and escalate complex matters to senior leadership.
• Develop and deliver performance improvement plans and corrective actions with managers.
• Maintain confidential ER records and ensure compliance with laws and company policies.
• Advise on policies, procedures, and HR best practices; assist with policy communications and training.

Skills

Active listening

Verbal communication

Written communication

Analytical

Conflict resolution

HR compliance

Education

Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Experience

SHRM-CP / SHRM-SCP / PHR

Tools

Workday

Job description

Akumin Inc. is seeking an Employee Relations Specialist for a fully remote role within the United States. You will handle employee concerns, interpret policies, and support investigations while maintaining compliant, confidential records.

Key duties include intake and triage, advising managers on policies, and partnering with the Senior Manager to implement performance improvement plans. Relevant HR experience and HRIS tools like Workday are preferred.