Senior Employee Relations Specialist

Advantage Technical; Acton (MA); Hybrid; USD 47,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Pet insurance

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Commuter/Parking Accounts

People Perks Program

Health Savings Account (HSA)

AD&D Insurance

Job summary

Advantage Technical in Acton, MA is hiring a Senior Employee Relations Specialist on a hybrid basis. The role supports employees and managers across HR functions and requires a bachelor’s degree and 5–8 years of employee relations experience.

Ideal candidates will have strong knowledge of HR policies, employment law, and proficiency with HRIS (Workday), plus excellent communication and conflict-resolution skills to drive effective workplace outcomes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 5-8 years of employee relations experience.
• Strong knowledge of HR policies, procedures, and employment law.
• Excellent communication, conflict resolution, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Support managers and employees with employee relations matters.
• Conduct workplace investigations and provide recommendations.
• Develop and administer performance improvement plans.
• Partner with leadership on corrective actions and termination processes.
• Manage Workday organizational updates and employee changes.
• Analyze exit interview feedback and identify workplace trends.
• Generate reports and provide strategic HR insights.
• Deliver employee relations training and policy guidance.

Skills

HR policies knowledge

Communication

Conflict resolution

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Workday

Job description

Now Hiring: Senior Employee Relations Specialist

Location: Acton, MA (Hybrid)

Pay Rate: Up to $57.00/hour

Schedule: Hybrid schedule with onsite expectations of 1-2 days per week as needed

Looking for an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on employee experience and workplace culture? We are seeking an experienced Sr. Employee Relations Specialist to support employees and managers across a variety of HR functions in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Education Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree required

Experience Requirements

• 5-8 years of employee relations experience
• Strong knowledge of HR policies, procedures, and employment law
• Experience with HRIS systems, preferably Workday
• Excellent communication, conflict resolution, and problem-solving skills

Job Duties

• Support managers and employees with employee relations matters
• Conduct workplace investigations and provide recommendations
• Develop and administer performance improvement plans
• Partner with leadership on corrective actions and termination processes
• Manage Workday organizational updates and employee changes
• Analyze exit interview feedback and identify workplace trends
• Generate reports and provide strategic HR insights
• Deliver employee relations training and policy guidance

Physical Capabilities

• Ability to work in a professional office and hybrid environment
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining attention to detail

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and pet insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Commuter/Parking Accounts
• People Perks Program
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• AD&D Insurance

The base pay range listed reflects what we reasonably expect to offer for this role. Actual pay may vary based on location, experience, and performance. Depending on the position, benefits may include medical, dental, and vision coverage; retirement and savings plans; paid holidays and time off; supplemental insurance; and additional wellness or incentive programs.

About Us

Advantage Technical connects top- talent in technology, engineering, and technical fields with forward‑looking companies.

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