Sr. Employee Relations Manager

vst; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Vistra Corporate Services Company in Irving, Texas seeks an experienced Employee Relations leader to manage ER investigations, advise senior leadership, and develop training on workplace laws. You will collaborate with HR and operations to ensure compliance and uphold company policies while supporting employee-related programs.

The role emphasizes investigation skills, policy interpretation, and the delivery of ER training across the organization, with occasional travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Five+ years of ER and interview experience.
• Three+ years managing HR/ER team and processes.
• SPHR or PHR certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Interface with state and federal agencies and direct ER activities for compliance.
• Advise senior leadership and HR peers on ER matters and provide training updates.
• Support ER investigations and ensure investigators are well trained in procedures.
• Manage ER investigations, Code of Conduct violations, and disciplinary actions.
• Prepare ER compliance metrics and present to senior leaders.
• Develop and deliver employee compliance training on workplace laws.
• Collaborate with HR and leadership to enhance engagement and culture.
• Interpret and update HR policies and guide HR team accordingly.
• Support severance programs and related documentation for legal review.

Skills

Employee relations

Interviewing

Leadership

Communication

Education

High school diploma

SPHR/PHR preferred

Job description

Job Summary

This role manages employee relations (ER) functions for Vistra by investigating ER issues and determining appropriate remedial, disciplinary, or other actions; reviewing and interpreting policies; developing and delivering ER training, supporting labor and employment litigation, and supporting employee-related programs.

Job Description

Key Accountabilities

• Interfaces with state and federal agencies and directs employee relations activities to ensure consistency and compliance with applicable state and federal laws and regulations
• Advises the Senior Leadership Team, the Leadership Team, line management, and HR peers in employee relations matters; also provides training or updates to the HR field
• Supports Employee Relations issues in the field with field HR personnel and ensure that all investigators are well trained in investigative skills and adhere to the procedures for ER
• Manage ER investigations process, including Code of Conduct violations and other policies, advising clients in taking appropriate corrective action, and reviewing proposed disciplinary actions and preparing related documentation
• Prepare and present ER compliance metrics to senior leaders and other stakeholders
• Develop and deliver employee compliance training, including Civil Treatment, ADA, FMLA, and other workplace laws
• Collaborate with HR and Leadership teams to implement trainings and programs that enhance engagement, retention and workplace culture
• Interpret, revise, and monitor for developments relating to HR policies and provide guidance to Human Resources team
• Support severance programs, including by assisting with personnel rating and ranking process and preparing related documentation such as adverse impact analyses and OWBPA disclosures for legal review

Education, Experience, & Skill Requirements

• Five or more years of relevant professional ER and interview experience required
• Three or more years managing and HR or ER team and processes
• Labor and employment law knowledge, awareness of HR trends
• Excellent leadership and communication skills, both written and oral, with all levels and areas of the company
• High school diploma or certificate of equivalency
• Certification as SPHR or PHR preferred
• Occasional travel will be required

Key Metrics

• Exhibit leadership and management principles reflecting company core values to ensure overall business HR function success
• Promote positive relations with employees, customers, union leaders, community leaders and regulators as needed to build favorable relationships
• Build relationships with HR partners and business clients to deliver best-in-class advice regarding ER matters and emerging ER issues
• Provide regular communication and training to managers and HR teams on ER issues
• Ensure that HR policies, practices and procedures are understood and consistently applied
• Lead in the development of ER policies and practices in support of broader strategic objectives

Job Family

Human Resources

Company

Vistra Corporate Services Company

Locations

Irving, Texas

Texas We are a company of people committed to: Exceeding Customer Expectations, Great People, Teamwork, Competitive Spirit and Effective Communication.

It is the policy of the Company to comply with all employment laws and to afford equal employment opportunity to individuals in all aspects of employment, including in selection for job opportunities, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military service, protected veteran status, or any other consideration protected by federal, state or local laws.