Senior ER Partner & Trusted Advisor

UKG; United States; On-site; USD 84,000 - 119,000; Full time

Job summary

UKG is seeking a Senior Employee Relations Partner to serve as a trusted adviser to business leaders and HR partners, offering practical, risk-informed guidance on employee relations matters. You will balance business needs, employee experience, and organizational risk while promoting a fair and compliant workplace.

The role requires strong judgment, critical thinking, and the ability to independently assess situations, guide decisions, and support leaders through performance challenges,

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive experience in employee relations with hands-on ER matters.
• Knowledge of U.S. employment laws, HR policies, and ER practices.
• Experience supporting employee relations in large, dispersed organizations.
• Independent judgment and ability to navigate sensitive situations.

Responsibilities

• Independently manage ER matters from intake to resolution, including performance issues and separations.
• Advise managers and HRBPs on performance management and disciplinary actions.
• Coach leaders on difficult conversations and escalation when needed.
• Collaborate with Legal and cross-functional stakeholders to ensure policy adherence.

Skills

Employee relations

HR policies

Communication

Influencing

Independent judgment

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/Business

Equivalent experience

Tools

Case management systems

Reporting tools

ER data analysis

Job description

UKG is seeking a Senior Employee Relations Partner to serve as a trusted adviser to business leaders and HR partners, offering practical, risk-informed guidance on employee relations matters. You will balance business needs, employee experience, and organizational risk while promoting a fair and compliant workplace.

The role requires strong judgment, critical thinking, and the ability to independently assess situations, guide decisions, and support leaders through performance challenges,