Virginia Commonwealth University · 4 weeks ago
Senior Employee Relations Consultant & Compliance Analyst
Richmond, VA
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$0/yr - $110K/yr
6+ years expVirginia Commonwealth University (VCU) is seeking a Senior Employee Relations Consultant & Compliance Analyst to serve as a trusted advisor in employee relations. This role involves guiding HR Business Partners through complex matters, ensuring compliance with legal standards, and enhancing workplace culture through strategic partnerships and data-informed insights.
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Responsibilities
Lead and advise on high-risk and sensitive employee relations cases, including investigations into misconduct and policy violations
Provide strategic counsel to HR Business Partners and managers on performance management, disciplinary actions, and conflict resolution
Ensure thorough documentation and compliance with legal and organizational standards during investigations and case management
Interpret and apply federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations advising HR Business Partners during strategic consultations
Advise HR Leadership on necessary policy updates during triennial policy review by conducting peer institutional research and seeking the input of key university stakeholders to reduce organizational risk
Conduct audits and assessments to identify compliance gaps and recommend corrective actions
Provide leadership and mentorship to compliance team members
Act as a trusted advisor to senior HR and university leadership on compliance strategies and employee relations trends
Partner with HR Business Partners to manage complex employee relations cases and investigations
Provide guidance during compliance inquiries and support University Counsel during litigation
Deliver annual and ongoing training to HR Business Partners on progressive discipline, performance management, investigations, and compliance
Coach managers and HR professionals on best practices for handling employee relations issues
Analyze employee relations data to identify trends and develop proactive strategies
Prepare executive-level reports on compliance risks, investigation outcomes, and policy effectiveness
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in business or related area and/or equivalent combination of education and experience
Significant progressive human resources experience, including experience in employee relations and compliance consulting or advisory roles
Proven experience managing complex investigations and advising senior leadership
Demonstrated ability to understand, implement, and assist with all employee relations matters, including the interpretation of employment policies and procedures
Demonstrated ability to perform with a strong sense of urgency to resolve employee relations matters quickly and according to the established process
Strong investigative skills with extensive knowledge of federal, state, and local policy
Sound judgment and strong facilitator skills with a demonstrated ability to effectively de-escalate and resolve conflict
Demonstrated experience in coaching HR professionals, business leaders, and staff through performance management and employee relations issues
Excellent organizational skills
Excellent written communication skills with the ability to draft concise and accurate documents with limited grammatical errors
Excellent verbal communication skills (must have the ability to positively influence and strategically solve problems)
Demonstrated ability to focus on major and minor details (must be detail oriented)
Excellent researching skills
Demonstrated ability in facilitating effective meetings and positive interactions
Must be able to manage multiple cases with varying levels of priority to meet required deadlines
Must be able to make sound decisions quickly in collaboration with multiple stakeholders
Experience establishing relationships as a trusted advisor
Experience working with relevant technology, i.e., using Microsoft Office programs, HRIS systems, Smartsheets, spreadsheets, databases
Must be flexible and demonstrate comfort with ambiguity
Must be able to work collaboratively and independently with minimal supervision in an extremely fast paced environment with very short turnaround times
Demonstrated ability to work in and foster an environment of respect, professionalism and civility with a population of faculty, staff, and students from all backgrounds and experiences, or a commitment to do so as a staff member at VCU
Preferred
Master's degree in Human Resources related field
Five (5) years employee relations experience
Six (6) to eight (8+) years progressive human resources experience, including experience in employee relations and compliance consulting or advisory roles
PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP or other HR or employee relations certification
Benefits
Comprehensive health benefits
Paid annual and holiday leave granted up front
Generous tuition benefits
Retirement planning and savings options
Tax-deferred annuity and cash match programs
Employee discounts
Well-being resources
Abundant opportunities for career development and advancement
And more.
Company
Virginia Commonwealth University
Virginia Commonwealth University.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$7.48MKey Investors
Virginia Innovation Partnership CorporationUnited States-Japan Foundation
2025-01-15Grant· $0.1M
2024-03-12Grant· $0.08M
2024-02-01Grant· $0.07M
Leadership Team
Karol Kain Gray
Senior VP and CFO
Andrea Ferreira-Gonzalez
Professor
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