Regional People Relations Manager

About the Company:

Our client is a regional real estate company that develops, builds, markets, and invests in a diversified range of real estate.  

Responsibilities:

• Must be willing to travel regularly to New Jersey and Pennsylvania sites 
• Conduct thorough and objective investigations into employee concerns and workplace issues
• Approve Disciplinary Action Forms and ensure alignment with company policy
• Analyze policy trends and provide recommendations for updates or improvements
• Manage and resolve complex employee relations issues, offering guidance to managers on performance management, coaching, and disciplinary actions
• Analyze data to identify cost and policy implications related to negotiations, disputes, or other mitigating circumstances
• Conduct surveys, interviews, and research on HR policies and employment issues; make actionable recommendations
• Research and explain employment laws and legal matters to managers and employees
• Oversee employee discipline and terminations in compliance with company policy
• Lead the development and publication of the employee handbook; facilitate training sessions and informational meetings
• Implement and evaluate employee engagement and retention initiatives, including incentive programs, stay interviews, career development meetings, employee surveys, and exit interviews
• Stay updated on trends, developments, and best practices in employee retention, morale, and productivity
• Collaborate with legal counsel, safety, health, and environmental managers on workplace issues and compliance
• Provide support to HR generalists, management, and staff on sensitive HR matters
• Greet new hires on-site, ensuring a positive and welcoming onboarding experience
• Promote and attend special events, reporting on corporate milestones and activities
• Generate HR reports on attendance, new hires, and turnover as needed
• Provide HR policy guidance, interpretation, and compliance assurance with federal, state, and local employment laws
• Maintain knowledge of multiple HR disciplines, including compensation practices, diversity, and performance management
  

Qualifications:

• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Deep understanding of labor laws and regulations
• Proficient in negotiation and dispute-resolution techniques
• Strong critical thinking, conflict mediation, and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to remain calm and persuasive in high-pressure situations
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail
• Strong analytical and reporting skills

Education and/or Experience:       

•       Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Employee Relations, Business Administration, or a related field required
•       Minimum of 5 years of HR experience with a focus on employee relations
•       SHRM-CP certification required
•       Coaching certifications are a plus
•       Demonstrated ability to handle confidential information with discretion
  

Language Skills:  

•       Skillful in understanding and following both simple and complex instructions, as well as professional correspondence and memos
•        Proficient in crafting professional-level correspondence
•        Able to communicate information effectively in one-on-one interactions with colleagues and other team members in a friendly and inclusive manner 

Reasoning Ability:       

Ability to apply common sense understanding to conduct detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to manage conflict and communicate effectively in a clear and concise manner.

Physical Demands: 

·       Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer

·       Must be able to move 15 pounds at times

·       Must be able to access and navigate each department at the organization’s facilities

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Compensation:

$95,000 - $115,000

Generous benefits package