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Employment Attorney in Benton Harbor, MI

Whirlpool Corporation Oct 31,2014 Jul 17,2013 Location Benton Harbor MI
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In-House

Attorney

Labor & Employment

Litigation - Whistleblower - CFTC

Min 8 yrs required

Profile

HR Senior Manager, Employee Relations The candidate will partner with leaders and Human Resource Business Partners (HRBPs) in improving manager and team capability and effectiveness by identifying root causes to issues, designing, developing and delivering effective and sound business solutions. Will apply learning and root-cause analyses - identify trends and address barriers to effectiveness and systemic limitations. Review employment practices and procedures for effectiveness and compliance. Develop and implement recommendations for process, practice and/or policy changes. Lead and partner in the development and implementation of training initiatives to improve management capabilities related to effective employee performance management, conflict management and employment compliance practices. Serve as an Employee Relations expert, providing counsel and guidance to HRBPs and business leaders for complex and escalated issues, such as policy interpretation, performance management, disability management, job eliminations and other terminations, conflict resolution, disciplinary actions, or other issues representing significant risk to the organization. Counsel and advise HRBPs, HR leadership and business leaders on the administration of practices in compliance with specific federal, state and local employment laws including the FCRA, FLSA, ADEA, Title VII, ADAAA, FMLA, and NLRA. Lead the investigation and resolution of complaints of the highest complexity and sensitivity, ensuring investigations are conducted and recommendations are developed in an objective and thorough manner and prepare written reports of fact findings. Develop approach for managing complex, ambiguous, and/or escalated ER issues. Identify ER trends within a business unit and collaborate with HRBPs to identify necessary policy or process modifications. May assist in union avoidance activities (including training and union-free communications).

Qualification and Experience

The candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related field and 8+ years of experience in human resources roles (Employee Relations, Generalist, Business Partner) OR 10 years of experience in human resources roles (Employee Relations, Generalist, Business Partner). Master's degree, J.D. and/or SHRM certification is a plus. Strong knowledge of relevant state and federal employment laws is required. Extensive experience conducting and managing corporate investigations of complex/sensitive workplace complaints, including EEO related allegations needed. Experience developing and delivering management training is essential. Should have expert-level applied knowledge of: federal and state employment laws, risk management practices, investigative practices, and conflict management practices.

Additional info

Ref. #: A19O3

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