[Hiring] Employee Relations Specialist @TCWGlobal

Role Description

Our client is a thriving educational technology company that envisions a world where anyone, anywhere can transform their life by accessing the world's best learning experiences. They are seeking an experienced Employee Relations Specialist to join their team on a leave of absence coverage assignment. In this role, you will act as a trusted advisor to leaders and employees, providing guidance on performance management, coaching managers, and addressing complex employee relations matters. You will lead investigations with discretion, ensure fair and consistent handling of employee relations issues, and partner with Legal as needed.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressive Human Resources experience, including at least 2 years focused on employee relations.
• Recent experience independently leading and managing employee issues, investigations, and sensitive employee matters.
• Strong experience coaching business leaders and working comfortably with upper-level management and stakeholders.
• Strong knowledge of employee relations practices, workplace investigations, and employment laws.
• Experience partnering with Legal teams on investigations or disciplinary actions.
• Familiarity with HRIS systems, such as Workday or similar platforms.
• Professional presence and confidence interacting with leaders at all levels.
• Ability to navigate complex employee relations scenarios and provide practical, actionable guidance.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple investigations or employee relations matters simultaneously.
• Bonus: Experience working for a Global Tech/SaaS company.

Requirements

• Employee Relations Experience: 5+ years of progressive HR experience, including at least 2 years specifically focused on employee relations.
• Workplace Investigations: Recent hands-on experience leading employee investigations and managing sensitive employee matters.
• Leadership Coaching: Strong experience advising and coaching business leaders, including upper-level management and stakeholders.
• Legal & Employee Relations Knowledge: Strong understanding of employee relations practices, employment laws, and experience partnering with Legal on investigations or disciplinary actions.

Benefits

• Contract Type: Leave of absence coverage, with potential for extension; extension is not guaranteed.
• Schedule: Full-time, Monday–Friday.
• Work Arrangement: Fully remote.