Sr Employee Relations Partner

LCH Lab. Corp. of America Holdings; North Carolina; Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Labcorp in Durham, NC seeks a Senior Employee Relations Partner to lead high‑risk ER investigations, advise senior leaders, and partner with legal, HRBPs and external stakeholders to maintain positive employee relations.

You will analyze ER trends, design corrective actions, provide proactive training, and contribute to global ER projects, while balancing business goals with employee welfare. Hybrid work requires three in‑office days per week.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, law, human resources, or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Lead high‑risk employee relations investigations and ensure confidentiality.
• Advise senior leaders and partner with legal, HRBPs and external stakeholders.
• Support global ER projects and mentor junior team members.
• Analyze ER trends and recommend actions to address opportunities.
• Provide proactive training needs assessments to upskill leaders.

Skills

Employee relations

Investigations

HR policies

PowerPoint presentations

Data analysis

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in business, law or HR

Tools

ServiceNow

Microsoft Office

PowerPoint

Job description

Overview

Labcorp is a global leader in laboratory services, delivering insights to help healthcare providers, patients, researchers, pharmaceutical companies and health systems make confident decisions and improve outcomes. We leverage advanced technologies, intelligent digital solutions and data-driven innovation across our operations to enhance how work gets done and deliver greater value to customers and patients. Labcorp is seeking a Senior Employee Relations Partner to join our team in Durham, NC, with the flexibility of a hybrid work schedule.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the highest level of integrity and confidentiality when managing employee relations (ER) issues and investigating reported ER cases.
• Advocate for equitable and fair treatment, ensuring practices align with the company’s core values.
• Handle investigations involving sensitive matters including violations of anti-harassment, EEO, Code of Conduct, Compliance, Conditions of Employment, Workplace Violence policies, gross misconduct, theft, or violation of federal, state, or local law.
• Participate in global ER projects and activities, such as leadership development and upskilling; mentor and support junior team members.
• Identify opportunities for alignment and improvement globally, partnering with ER experts to deliver initiatives such as Investigation and Compliance leadership or Learning and Development leadership.
• Analyze ER trends and recommend actions, solutions and strategies to address opportunities.
• Serve as a first-level reviewer responsible for terminations within the area of business responsibility.
• Act as a trusted adviser to senior leaders, helping them balance business goals with employee welfare.
• Collaborate on various ER projects and activities; provide guidance to ensure fair treatment and compliance.
• Support high-risk investigations and advise on ER programs and policies; interface with employees, management, legal, HR Business Partners and external stakeholders to maintain positive relations and resolve workplace issues.
• Provide proactive training needs assessments to ensure upskilling of leaders.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in business, law, human resources, or a related field.
• 5+ years of HR experience including complex employee relations investigations.
• 1+ years conducting investigations and advising on sensitive and complex ER issues.

Preferred Qualifications

• 1+ years of Labor Relations experience.
• 1+ years of experience analyzing complex data, synthesizing insights, and developing executive-level PowerPoint presentations that drive informed business decisions.
• Current or prior Labcorp experience.
• HR certifications (PHR, SPHR, GPHR, CIPD, etc.).

Additional Job Standards

• Strong knowledge of employment and labor laws; ability to maintain confidentiality with sensitive issues.
• Customer service focus and organizational skills; ability to prioritize time-sensitive issues.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, written and presentation communication skills.
• Ability to conduct thorough investigations and train others on investigative processes; summarize cases succinctly for peers, legal, or ER leaders.
• Awareness of multiple HR disciplines (e.g., compensation, benefits, talent acquisition).
• Familiarity with case management tools (e.g., ServiceNow) and Microsoft Office.
• Strong problem-solving skills with minimal guidance; flexibility to handle competing priorities in a team environment.
• Analytical mindset with a focus on process improvement and innovation.

Role Scope and Schedule

The Senior Employee Relations Partner will conduct high-risk investigations, manage employee issues to resolution, and advise on ER programs and policies. This role interfaces with all employees, including management, legal, HRBPs and external stakeholders, to maintain positive employee relations and resolve workplace issues. Provides a proactive approach to determine training needs and ensure upskilling of leaders. Applicants living within 35 miles of Burlington, NC or Durham, NC may follow a hybrid schedule with a minimum of three in-office days per week at the assigned location.

Benefits and Work Arrangements

Employees regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week are eligible for comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, STD/LTD, 401(k), paid time off (PTO) or flexible time off (FTO), tuition reimbursement and Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Employees scheduled to work fewer than 20 hours, casual, intern, and temporary workers are eligible for the 401(k) plan. Those on a 7-on/7-off schedule are eligible for all benefits except PTO/FTO.

EEO and Accessibility

Labcorp is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not tolerate harassment or discrimination. We make employment decisions based on business needs and qualifications. Qualified applicants will be considered regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, family status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or other legally protected characteristics. We encourage applicants with disabilities to request accommodations. For more information about data collection, privacy and accessibility, please refer to Labcorp’s Privacy Statement and accessibility resources.