Sr. Employee Relations Manager

Vistra Corp.; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Vistra Corporate Services Company is seeking an Employee Relations lead to manage ER functions, investigate issues, and drive policy interpretation and training across the organization.

The role partners with senior leaders and HR peers to ensure compliance, develop programs, and support labor and employment initiatives, including severance and OWBPA disclosures. Strong leadership and legal awareness are essential.

Qualifications

• Five or more years of ER and interview experience.
• Three or more years managing an HR/ER team and processes.
• Labor and employment law knowledge; awareness of HR trends.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills, at all levels of the company.
• Occasional travel will be required.

Responsibilities

• Interfaces with state and federal agencies and directs ER activities to ensure compliance with laws and regulations.
• Advises the Senior Leadership Team and HR peers in ER matters; provides training.
• Supports ER issues in the field with field HR personnel and ensures investigators are trained in ER procedures.
• Manages ER investigations, including Code of Conduct violations, and advises on corrective action and documentation.
• Prepares and presents ER compliance metrics to senior leaders and stakeholders.
• Develops and delivers employee compliance training (Civil Treatment, ADA, FMLA, and other workplace laws).
• Collaborates with HR and Leadership to implement trainings and programs enhancing engagement and culture.
• Interprets and updates HR policies and guides the HR team accordingly.
• Supports severance programs and prepares related documentation (OWBPA disclosures, adverse impact analyses).

Skills

Employee relations

Leadership

Communication

Investigation

HR policy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

SPHR or PHR certification preferred

Job description

If you have what it takes to become part of the Vistra family and would like to start a promising career with a global leader, take a look at the exciting employment opportunities that are currently available and apply online.

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.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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.

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