Employee Relations Partner

Role: Employee Relations Partner responsible for investigating workplace concerns, advising management, and fostering an inclusive culture. Responsibilities: conduct mid to high level investigations into issues like harassment, discrimination, retaliation, and workplace violence; prepare comprehensive reports; support managers with performance improvement plans; review termination recommendations; collaborate with HR and legal stakeholders. Requirements: High School Diploma; 2+ years in Employee Relations or HR Business Partner roles; strong investigative and communication skills; familiarity with employment laws; problem-solving ability with minimal guidance. Preferred: Bachelor's degree in HR or Business Administration; HR certifications (e.g., SPHR, PHR); experience managing sensitive employee issues such as performance, conflicts, leaves, and behavioral concerns. HighValue: Employee Relations, workplace investigations, conflict resolution, HR best practices, legal compliance; interface with management, legal, HRBPs, and employees; hybrid work setup in NC with expected in-office presence. WorkSetup: hybrid Durham/Burlington, NC; hybrid schedule with a minimum of three days onsite; travel not specified.