Senior Manager, Employee Relations

Sodexo; North Bethesda (MD); Remote; USD 100,000 - 156,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Care andWell‑N

401(k) Plan with Matching

Paid Time Off and Company Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Sodexo is seeking a Senior Manager, Employee Relations to guide management on employee relations matters, including investigations and performance evaluations. This is a remote position with candidates in the US.

You will lead complex investigations, advise leaders on policy, and shape fair, compliant workplace practices. As an individual contributor in this leadership role, you will manage cases, analyze trends, and collaborate to improve employee engagement and labor-relations strategy across

Qualifications

• Education requirement: Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• Management experience: 5 years.
• Related experience: 3 years.

Responsibilities

• Lead high-impact investigations and advise leaders through conflict resolution and disciplinary matters.
• Guide labor/employee relations strategies and policy development across the organization.
• Support equitable, compliant, and consistent workplace practices in partnership with leadership.
• Analyze case trends and advise on risk and compliance to improve employee relations.

Skills

Labor relations

Employee relations

Workplace investigations

Disciplinary actions

Policy advisory

Executive presence

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Sodexo is seeking a Senior Manager, Employee Relations to guide management on employee relations matters, with expertise in employee performance evaluations and workplace investigations.

This is a remote position. Candidates can reside anywhere in the US.

About the job

Step into a key leadership role where you'll shape the employee experience and ensure fair, compliant, and consistent workplace practices. You'll guide labor and employee relations strategies, resolve complex issues, and foster environments where people feel respected, supported, and heard.

The role of an individual contributor within the organization focuses on completing specific tasks and projects; contributing directly through their skills and expertise. Performs specialized technical tasks to support operations. Work is primarily achieved independently, however may collaborate with a team.

Pay Range: $100130 - $155540

Incentive Eligibility: Eligible to participate in Sodexo's incentive plan and earn variable compensation in addition to base salary

What's in it for you

• Lead high-impact investigations that promote integrity, accountability, and trust across the organization.
• Influence workplace culture by advising leaders on performance, policy, and employee engagement.
• Drive fair labor practices through direct involvement in collective bargaining and grievance resolution.
• Serve as a subject matter expert on employment law, compliance, and organizational risk.
• Build and mentor a collaborative team focused on resolving issues with consistency and care.
• Use data to identify trends, inform decisions, and continuously improve employee relations strategies.
• Be part of a mission-driven team committed to equity, transparency, and doing what’s right.

What you'll bring

• Deep knowledge of labor and employee relations practices, employment law, and HR policies with a practical, solutions-focused mindset.
• Skillset to lead complex investigations and guide leaders through conflict resolution, disciplinary action, and sensitive employee matters.
• Consulting skills and executive presence with the ability to influence and advise across all levels of the organization.
• Strategic thinking with experience managing multiple priorities, analyzing case trends, and recommending proactive improvements.
• Exceptional interpersonal and relationship-building skills with a focus on equity, collaboration, and accountability.

Requirements

• Education Requirement: Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
• Management Experience: 5 years
• Related Experience: 3 years

What we offer

Compensation is fair and equitable, partially determined by a candidate's education level or years of relevant experience. Salary offers are based on a candidate's specific criteria, like experience, skills, education, and training. Sodexo offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Care and Wellness Programs
• 401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions
• Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
• Career Growth Opportunities and Tuition Reimbursement

More extensive information is provided to new employees upon hire.

Who we are

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone and build a better life for all. We believe in improving the quality of life for those we serve and contributing to the economic, social, and environmental progress in the communities where we operate. Sodexo partners with clients to provide a truly memorable experience for both customers and employees alike. We do this by providing food service, catering, facilities management, and other integrated solutions worldwide.

Our company values you for you; you will be treated fairly and with respect, and you can be yourself. You will have your ideas count and your opinions heard because we can be a stronger team when you're happy at work. This is why we embrace diversity and inclusion as core values, fostering an environment where all employees are valued and respected. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to individuals regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, military status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.