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The Wonderful Company · 2 weeks ago

Director of Employee Relations, Leaves, and Accommodations

Los Angeles, CA

Full-time

Hybrid

Director/Executive

$160K/yr - $170K/yr

12+ years exp

The Wonderful Company is committed to offering high-quality, healthy, and iconic brands. The Director of Employee Relations, Leaves, and Accommodations is responsible for developing and enforcing employee relations policies, providing support in resolving employee issues, and ensuring compliance with employment laws.

AgricultureFood and Beverage

Hiring Manager

Lara Olson, SHRM-SCP

Responsibilities

Conducts employee investigations involving a wide range of employee relations complaints and conflicts in partnership with HR Business Partners and legal as appropriate. This includes investigating employee complaints and grievances, conducting interviews and research, drafting investigation findings reports, and making recommendations for employee development or training and/or disciplinary action as appropriate

Manages escalated leaves of absences and accommodation. Facilitates the interactive process to achieve a mutually agreeable accommodation between employee and the business and properly documents the outcome

Provides guidance and support to managers and employees in resolving conflicts and addressing workplace issues. Serves as a mediator in employee disputes or conflicts, facilitates open communication and negotiation to reach mutually acceptable resolutions

Assists managers with escalated or complicated performance management as needed

Develops and delivers conflict resolution training programs for managers and employees

Delivers, coordinates and tracks compliance trainings, including wage and hour, anti-harassment, FCPA, mandated reporter, DOJ background checks

Implements strategies to mitigate risks related to employment law

Partners with legal to ensure employment policies are up to date and implemented across the business unit

Regularly reviews HR practices and documentation for compliance

Monitors and enforces legal changes and keeps track of updates in employment laws and regulations

Manages complex workers’ compensation cases

Qualification

Employee relations expertiseLabor law complianceConflict resolution skillsAnalytical skillsHRIS software proficiencySpanish proficiencyLeadership skillsInterpersonal skillsOrganizational skillsTime management skillsCommunication skills

Required

20 years in a professional business and or human resources role

12-15 years of relevant employee relations and compliance experience

Bachelors degree in Human Resources, Employee or Industrial Relations

Proficient in conversational Spanish. Ability to converse in business Spanish and/or write in Spanish a plus

Experienced in leading employee leave and labor law compliance, with deep expertise in federal and California regulations

Proven experience in an employee relations leadership role, with a strong understanding of employee relations practices and principles

In-depth knowledge of employment laws, regulations, and best practices related to employee relations

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to assess complex employee relations issues and provide effective solutions

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate effectively and build relationships with employees at all levels

Strong conflict resolution and mediation skills, with the ability to facilitate difficult conversations and resolve disputes

Strong leadership and management skills, with the ability to effectively lead and develop a team

Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion

Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple employee relations initiatives

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and HRIS software

Ability to stay updated on industry trends, employment laws, and best practices related to employee relations

Benefits

Access to top-notch medical coverage comprehensive vision and dental plans, and a 401k with match eligibility to secure your financial future

24/7 online physician consultations

Virtual mental health resources

Life coaching

Engaging employee community groups

Cash rewards for healthy habits and fitness reimbursements

Library of on-demand fitness videos

Career Advancement Opportunities: Unlock your potential with clear paths for career progression and internal mobility across our diverse family of brands and business units.

Focused Learning and Development: Grow as a leader with our dedicated Learning and Organizational Development department, offering extensive resources like People Manager and leadership training, webinars, and eLearning courses.

Empowering Mentorship Program: Connect with colleagues through our company-wide mentorship program to share goals, overcome challenges, and drive your career forward.

Continuous Improvement Training: Participate in training that empowers all employees to learn and implement concepts that drive significant, positive change in the workplace.

Giving Back to the Community: Make a difference with Wonderful Giving, allowing you to allocate company-provided funds to up to three charities of your choice, and join Wonderful Neighbor to contribute to group service projects within our local communities.