Strategic Employee & Labor Relations Advisor

Stanford University; Redwood City (CA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Stanford University’s Human Resources (UHR) seeks an Employee & Labor Relations Specialist to advise managers, interpret policy and draft language, and conduct investigations university-wide. The role requires discretion, sound judgment, and the ability to work independently or with a team.

This hybrid position is based at Stanford’s Redwood City campus, with a minimum two on-site days per week. The successful candidate will handle complex employment matters, provide training, and help manage

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, labor law, organizational behavior or related field with relevant experience.
• Strong knowledge of NLRA, NLRB, and state/federal employment laws.
• Experience conducting investigations, providing guidance, and drafting policy language.

Responsibilities

• Advise and counsel on leave administration, performance actions, separations, and grievances.
• Manage investigations and resolutions of employment disputes with proper documentation.
• Provide guidance on workforce reductions and corrective actions.
• Support training on employee relations and compliance for managers and HR staff.
• Assist with policies, processes, and communications university-wide.

Skills

Labor relations

NLRA/NLRB knowledge

Employment law

Investigation experience

Policy interpretation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR or related field

Job description

Stanford University’s Human Resources (UHR) seeks an Employee & Labor Relations Specialist to advise managers, interpret policy and draft language, and conduct investigations university-wide. The role requires discretion, sound judgment, and the ability to work independently or with a team.

This hybrid position is based at Stanford’s Redwood City campus, with a minimum two on-site days per week. The successful candidate will handle complex employment matters, provide training, and help manage