The Sr. Employee Relations Lead Investigator’s responsibility is to conduct the most highly complex investigations of HR-related concerns escalated to the Employee Relations & HR Policy discipline. The role requires a strategic professional who stays abreast of developments in Employee Relations, and Employment Law and Investigations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct independent investigations of highly complex HR-related allegations, including Ethics Office, executive and other escalations, in order to thoroughly fact find, reach investigative conclusions, recommend resolutions and mitigate risk to the franchise, within prescribed timeframes.
• Adhere to established and evolving standards for detailed, auditable and required documentation.
• Foster strong work relationships and collaboration with key investigative partners (Employment Law, ICRM, CSIS).
• Track and analyze trends, diagnose root causes, and develop recommendations for corrective strategies with regard to the Sr. ER Investigator’s portfolio of matters.
• Exceptional report writing and the ability to deliver clear and concise investigative summaries in accordance with applicable requirements. 
• Critical thinking to review and credibly challenge investigation findings.

• Conduct investigations of concerns arising in both the US and other countries.
• Act as a change agent to identify and provide solutions for enhancements and efficiencies in the ER investigative process.
• Provide consultation, guidance, and coaching to Human Resources and business partners on the appropriate handling and resolution of employee relations matters so long as not on a matter the ER Investigator is investigating.

Qualifications:

• 10-15 years of investigative experience in Employee Relations and/or Employment Law matters, including complex, sensitive matter, the successful candidate must have excellent investigation planning, interview, e-discovery, documentation, and report writing skills.
• Experience working globally (preferred).
• Knowledge of employment policies, practices and employment law and regulations.
• Demonstrated management and leadership skills: feedback, coaching and guidance of others.
• Ability to build solid relationships at all levels and influence collaborative outcomes.
• Excellent verbal communication and presentation skills and ability to effectively communicate with all senior levels of management and across all functional areas (including HR, business/function heads).
• Exceptional writing and verbal communication skills.
• Self-motivated and with excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills.
• Consistent demonstration of ownership and accountability (driven to “do the right thing”).
• Ability to work well in a fast-paced, team-oriented, intense environment, and across multiple time zones.

Education:

• Bachelor's or University degree required
• Juris Doctor degree is preferred

This job description provides a high-level review of the types of work performed. Other job-related duties may be assigned as required.

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