Employee Relations Manager

Are you a passionate HR professional ready to make a real impact in a growing organization? Our client is seeking an Employee Relations Manager to support their 320 employees and 50 managers across Louisiana. If you thrive on building relationships, fostering engagement, and navigating complex HR challenges with humility and care, we want to meet you.

Why Join Our Client’s Team?

Our Client Is Deeply Committed To Their Employees, Driven By Core Values, And Dedicated To Creating a Supportive And Fulfilling Work Environment. Here's What Sets Them Apart

• Unparalleled Benefits: Generous 401(k) contributions, affordable health insurance, time off benefits, and annual bonus potential tied to organizational performance.
• Employee-Centric Culture: A history of going above and beyond for their team, including meaningful support during crises and personalized assistance when it matters most.
• Growth Opportunities: A track record of carving out career paths and fostering internal development for employees hungry to grow and succeed.
  
  

About The Role

The Employee Relations Manager will:

• Provide support and guidance to managers and employees across branches spanning across Louisiana.
• Handle complex HR matters such as investigations, terminations, and employee discipline while building trust and offering hands-on support.
• Foster engagement initiatives to improve workplace culture and collaboration.
• Act as a relationship builder and resource for managers who are experts in their fields but need guidance on HR processes like documentation and follow-through.
• Uphold and advance the organization’s commitment to core values and continuous improvement.
  
  

This position requires a proactive and adaptable individual who is comfortable working onsite, traveling occasionally, and managing change in a dynamic environment.

Ideal Candidate Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, Psychology, or a related field of study. Additional experience may be considered in lieu of education.
• 5 years of proven expertise in employee relations, (ideally a prior Employee Relations Manager or Specialist, HR Business Partner, or Senior HR Generalist with heavy employee relations duties), including experience with investigations, terminations, coaching managers, and engagement initiatives.
• Must have working knowledge of applicable local, state, and federal employment and labor laws. Minimum 2 years’ experience in related management role.
• Strong relationship-building skills with the ability to connect with employees and managers at all levels.
• Commitment to follow-up and follow-through, with exceptional organizational skills.
• A flexible and collaborative mindset, ready to handle change and work independently or as part of a team.
• Passion for fostering a culture of care, engagement, and continuous improvement.
• HRCI (PHR or SPHR) or SHRM (SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP) Certification is strongly preferred
• Strong written and verbal communication and presentation skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products, especially Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
  
  

If you are excited to contribute to an organization where people and culture come first, we want to hear from you. Apply today and take the next step in your HR career!