Senior Employee Relations Manager

Role: Senior Employee Relations Manager responsible for managing complex employee relations and performance management processes within Novo Nordisk. Responsibilities include mitigating organizational risk, providing guidance and coaching to managers, handling corrective actions, analyzing ER data trends, and ensuring policy consistency. Collaboration with HR Business Partners, Legal, Compliance, and Leadership is key. The role emphasizes fostering fair treatment, resolving sensitive issues, and developing ER strategies and training. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree required; 6+ years HR experience, preferably with Employee Relations expertise; knowledge of employment laws, HR policies, and performance management practices; excellent communication skills. Preferred: HR certifications such as PHR, SPHR, or similar. High-value specifics: Focus on employee relations within a global healthcare organization, with exposure to employment law, organizational risk mitigation, and cross-functional stakeholder engagement. Work setup involves 10-20% overnight travel; reporting to the Director, Employee Relations, and mentorship of ER staff.