Employee Relations Specialist

4 weeks ago


Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States Fredrikson & Byron Full time

WHO WE ARE:


Fredrikson & Byron is the premier Midwest-based law firm working collaboratively to help businesses achieve their goals regionally, nationally, and globally.


OVERVIEW:
We are seeking an Employee Relations Specialist to join our Human Resources team.

Reporting to the Employee Relations Manager, the Employee Relations Specialist will be pivotal in maintaining positive employee relations, managing administrative employee job performance, enhancing employee engagement, and fostering a cohesive culture across the Firm.


KEY RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:
*Act as a trusted advisor, guiding employees and managers on complex employee relations issues with professionalism and tact.
*Collaborate with managers on performance management, including drafting and implementing Performance Improvement Plans (PIPs).
*Conduct thorough investigations into employee concerns, ensuring timely and effective resolutions.
*Maintain accurate and comprehensive records for all employee relations activities and performance management.
*Enhance people management processes by monitoring feedback and refining performance review practices.
*Manage termination processes, including communications and exit interviews.
*Stay updated on employment laws and support the development of HR policies and compliance measures.
*Facilitate effective communication across the HR team, ensuring timely responses to employee inquiries.
*Drive positive employee experiences by coordinating and supporting engagement initiatives and events.
*Stay current with trends in employee engagement and culture, applying best practices to improve workplace morale.
*Analyze survey data (e.g., exit, retention, pulse) to identify trends and recommend proactive improvements.
*Create and share communications about engagement and culture initiatives to keep employees informed.
*Undertake additional duties as assigned to support overall HR objectives.

OUR IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL
HAVE:

*Bachelor's degree in human resources, Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent experience.

  • 3+ years of hands-on experience in employee relations, performance management, or HR generalist roles.
*HR certification (e.g., SHRM-CP, PHR) preferred.
*Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to navigate sensitive conversations with diplomacy.
*Strong ethical standards, with a proven track record of handling confidential information professionally.
*Experience in advising and influencing leaders, with a strong problem-solving mindset.
*Positive, proactive attitude with the ability to inspire trust and confidence at all levels.
*Excellent organizational skills, with the ability to juggle multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines.
*Deep understanding of employment laws and regulations.
*Experience in a professional services setting (e.g., law firm) is a plus.
*Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint) and a willingness to adapt to new technologies.

APPLYING FOR THIS POSITION:


Applications will only be accepted online at , and applicants will be asked to submit a cover letter, resume, and salary requirements.

For assistance with the application process, or for accommodations, please contact
We are not currently accepting search firm submissions for this role.

ABOUT FREDRIKSON:


Fredrikson & Byron offers highly competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits in a collaborative work environment with the opportunity to work remotely in a hybrid environment.

Diversity and inclusion are core values of Fredrikson & Byron. To best serve our clients, we provide innovative solutions to legal needs by cultivating a diverse workforce. We offer highly competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits in a collaborative work environment.

With a reputation as the firm "where law and business meet," our attorneys and staff bring business acumen and entrepreneurial thinking to operate as business advisors, strategic partners, and legal counselors to our clients.

The firm's 375+ attorneys serve clients through our ten locations around the world:

Minneapolis, Saint Paul, and Mankato, MN; Bismarck and Fargo, ND; Ames and Des Moines, IA; Madison, WI; Saltillo, Mexico; and Shanghai, China.

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Fredrikson & Byron, P.A. is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.

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