Remote Employee Relations Specialist Investigations & Policy

Akumin®; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 68,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical/dental/vision insurance

HSA contributions

401(k) with match

Paid holidays

PTO & sick time

Job summary

Akumin is seeking an Employee Relations Specialist for a full-time remote role within the United States. You will be the first contact for employees and managers, handling intake, triage, investigations, and policy interpretation while ensuring compliance with employment laws.

You will collaborate with the Senior Manager, Employee Relations to foster a positive employee experience, support HR policy delivery, and assist with performance improvement plans and corrective actions as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience required.
• 1–3 years in Human Resources with focus on Employee Relations.
• Strong communication and analytical skills, ability to handle sensitive information.

Responsibilities

• Serve as first point of contact for employees and managers on workplace concerns.
• Independently manage routine ER cases and support investigations.
• Document and maintain confidential ER records in the case management system.
• Advise on policies and HR best practices, assist with training and compliance initiatives.
• Develop performance improvement plans and corrective actions with managers.

Skills

Active listening

Verbal communication

Written communication

Conflict resolution

Education

Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Experience

Tools

Workday

Job description

Akumin is seeking an Employee Relations Specialist for a full-time remote role within the United States. You will be the first contact for employees and managers, handling intake, triage, investigations, and policy interpretation while ensuring compliance with employment laws.

You will collaborate with the Senior Manager, Employee Relations to foster a positive employee experience, support HR policy delivery, and assist with performance improvement plans and corrective actions as needed.