Employee Relations Manager

Employee Relations & Investigations Lead – Remote (Central Time Zone / Midwest – required)

We are seeking an experienced HR professionalto lead employee relations and workplace investigations for a fast-growing, global IT consulting firm. This is a strategic role for someone who can provide expert guidance, mentor leaders, and ensure compliance across multiple states and locations.

About the Company:

Join a leading global IT consulting and technology services firm delivering strategy, transformation, and managed services. Their expertise spans application development, data solutions, enterprise platforms, cloud services, and cybersecurity. The company leverages artificial intelligence to drive innovation and improve client outcomes. With a presence across North America, Europe, and India, this organization has thousands of employees and a strong, collaborative culture.

Role Overview:

• Lead and manage employee relations functions with a primary focus on workplace investigations.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws across all locations.
• Provide guidance and coaching to leaders and employees on employee relations matters.
• Oversee, mentor, and develop Employee Relations Specialists to ensure effective execution of programs.
• Align employee relations practices with the organization’s mission, values, and business objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct objective, thorough, and timely internal investigations and recommend appropriate actions.
• Review termination actions for accuracy, consistency, and legal risk.
• Provide guidance, training, and coaching on corporate policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Collaborate with Legal, Finance, and IT teams to ensure compliance.
• Maintain accurate documentation, case files, and HR records; prepare management reports.
• Identify trends, risks, and recurring employee relations issues and communicate insights to leadership.

What We’re Looking For:

• Bachelor’s degree required; SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP preferred.
• Workplace Investigator Certification a plus.
• 7+ years of progressive HR experience, with strong expertise in employee relations and investigations.
• Experience supporting a multi-state, multi-location organization preferred.
• Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws.
• Excellent judgment, discretion, communication, and collaboration skills.
• Must be based in the Central Time Zone / Midwest.Why Join:

• Be a trusted HR advisor in a fast-growing, innovative global organization.
• Fully remote – Central Time / Midwest location is mandatory.
• Competitive salary and benefits.
• Opportunity to influence leadership, shape HR programs, and make a real impact on the employee experience.