Senior Employee Relations Specialist

4 weeks ago

McLean VA United States Somatus, Inc. Full time

Overview:

As the largest and leading value-based kidney care company, Somatus is empowering patients across the country living with chronic kidney disease to experience more days out of the hospital and healthier at home.

It takes a village of passionate and tenacious innovators to revolutionize an industry and support individuals living with a chronic disease to fulfill our purpose of creating More Lives, Better Lived. Does this sound like you?

Showing Up Somatus Strong

We foster an inclusive work environment that promotes collaboration and innovation at every level. Our values bring our mission to life and serve as the DNA for every decision we make:

  • Authenticity: We believe in real dialogue. In any interaction, with patients, partners, vendors, or our teammates, we are true to who we are, say what we mean, and mean what we say.
  • Collaboration: We appreciate what every person at Somatus brings to the table and believe that together we can do and achieve more.
  • Empowerment: We make sure every voice gets heard and all ideas are considered, especially when it comes to our patients’ lives or our partners’ best interests.
  • Innovation: We relentlessly look for ways to improve upon the status quo to continuously deliver new solutions.
  • Tenacity: We see challenges as opportunities for growth and improvement — especially when new solutions will make a difference for our patients and partners.
Showing Up for You

We offer more than 25 Health, Growth, and Wealth Work Perks to help teammates learn, grow, and be the best version of themselves, including:

  • Subsidized, personal healthcare coverage (medical, dental vision)
  • Flexible Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Professional Development, CEU, and Tuition Reimbursement
  • Curated Wellness Benefits supporting teammates physical and mental well-being
  • Community engagement opportunities
  • And more
Senior Employee Relations Specialist

The Senior Employee Relations Specialist will be responsible for addressing employee relations issues with respect, adherence to best practices, and consistent follow-through. This role is central to fostering a healthy work environment by effectively managing complex cases, supporting organizational goals, and ensuring fair, consistent, and legally compliant resolutions. The Senior Employee Relations Manager will work closely with HR Business Partners (HRBPs) and management to create a culture of trust, accountability, and engagement. The role will report to the AVP, HR.

Responsibilities: Employee Relations Strategy:
  • Support the development and implementation of a comprehensive employee relations strategy aligned with organizational goals and values.
  • Partner with HRBPs to proactively identify trends, risks, and opportunities to enhance employee relations processes, policies, and programs.
  • Serve as a strategic partner to HRBPs, to address employee relations matters respectfully, promptly, and thoroughly.
Case Management:
  • Lead and manage complex employee relations cases, including investigations, disciplinary actions, performance management, and other employment matters.
  • Ensure timely, thorough, and respectful investigations, maintaining accurate documentation and records.
  • Collaborate with HRBPs and legal team to manage high-risk cases and ensure adherence to legal and regulatory requirements.
Policy Development and Compliance:
  • Review and update HR policies and procedures to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal employment laws and regulations.
  • Work closely with HRBPs, HR Operations, and legal teams to establish clear guidelines for employee relations processes.
  • Conduct training sessions for HRBPs and managers on best practices in handling employee relations issues, conflict resolution, and performance management.
Data Analytics and Reporting:
  • Analyze employee relations data to identify trends, areas for improvement, and potential risks.
  • Provide regular reports to HRBPs and leadership on employee relations metrics, case outcomes, and insights for continuous improvement.
Minimum Requirements:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field; HR certification preferred.
  • Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in employee relations, human resources, or a related field, with demonstrated expertise in handling complex employee relations cases.
  • Strong knowledge of employment laws, regulations, and HR best practices.
  • Excellent interpersonal, communication, and conflict resolution skills.
  • Proven ability to manage sensitive information with the highest level of confidentiality and professionalism.
  • Experience working in fast-paced, dynamic environments, with strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
  • Ability to work independently, as well as collaboratively, with HRBPs and cross-functional teams.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  • Expert in addressing complex employee relations matters with respect, consistency, and compliance.
  • Extensive knowledge of employment laws, performance management, and best practices in workplace investigations.
  • Proven ability to foster a culture of trust, transparency, and accountability while maintaining focus on organizational goals.
  • Skilled in analyzing employee relations data to identify trends, mitigate risks, and enhance engagement strategies.
  • Strong commitment to promoting a fair, inclusive, and healthy work environment aligned with the company’s values.
Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Somatus, Inc. provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. Further, the company takes affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed, and employees are treated during employment without regard to any of these characteristics. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated.

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