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Thales · 1 day ago

Employee Relations Partner

Irvine, CA

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level

$82K/yr - $149K/yr

5+ years exp

Thales is a global leader in aerospace, transportation, defense, security, and space, seeking an Employee Relations Partner to provide exceptional human resources support. The role focuses on enhancing employee engagement, advising managers, conducting investigations, and supporting HR programs and compliance.

AerospaceCyber SecurityIndustrial ManufacturingMilitaryRemote SensingSecurityTransportation

No H1B

Responsibilities

Shaping employee engagement as part of an interactive career-development experience, the role will be responsible for the delivery of cyclical HR Campaigns and Projects that are well executed, relevant and educational

Acting as a key partner for the business and HRBPs, advising as appropriate on employee and manager queries

Conducting regular manager outreach sessions working directly with managers to provide proactive support on a variety of items to include; HR policy interpretation, employee and manager coaching, employee education and training, program related issues including performance management, performance improvement plans, compensation queries, etc

Conducting voluntary employee exit interviews, gathering any relevant information, disseminates that information as appropriate while ensuring that appropriate exit procedures are followed

With a good understanding and experience of employment legislation, supporting the prompt resolution of employee relations issues for employees and recommend proactive measures to minimize related matters – this includes: handling disputes, escalated disability cases, harassment allegations and investigations

Delivering and providing support for HR programs, activities, policies, procedures and compliance including: Employee Relations, Onboarding, Leave of Absence coordination, Documentation Harmonization and support functions, MyThales HR Agent and Workday inquiries and support, creation/maintenance of documentation and content on the intranet (SharePoint, Sphere, etc.)

Working closely with HR Shared Services teams to ensure successful delivery and implementation of HR Projects; e.g. campaigns, change activities and systems implementations etc

Providing implementation support for change programs and initiatives (Group Initiatives, COE-led projects, Strategic HR-led projects (typically OD type activity and executive-led business improvement projects e.g. GBU Reorganizations)

Supporting the Employee Relations Team and the broader HR organization as needed with the day-to-day compliance of policies and queries related to legal cases and investigations

Qualification

Employee RelationsUS employment standardsHR experienceTraining facilitationBilingual (Spanish/French)Interpersonal skillsDecision-making

Required

Bachelor's degree in a related field of study with a minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience, including experience in Employee Relations, or Master's degree with 3 years of relevant work experience, including experience in Employee Relations, or an equivalent combination of education and/or relevant work experience in Employee Relations

Knowledge of relevant US employment standards and practices

Prior HR experience in a large, complex multinational enterprise

Demonstrated experience interacting and presenting to at all levels and influence as appropriate to ensure successful outcomes

Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to handle sensitive and difficult issues professionally and in a confidential manner

Action oriented individual, who demonstrates high accountability, sound judgment, proven decision-making abilities, and the demonstrated ability to appropriately prioritize work

Ability to work collaboratively with HRBPs and other specialized units, and internal customers at all levels, while taking a proactive approach to customer service and building strong professional relationships

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer at the time of hire

Preferred

Certified Human Resources Professional designation

Certified as a training facilitator

Experience delivering training and presentations in a professional setting

Being bilingual in Spanish or French

Benefits

Elective Health, Dental, Vision, FSA/HSA, Voluntary Life and AD&D, Whole Group Life w/LTC, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Legal Plan, Identity Theft, and Pet Insurance

Retirement Savings Plan after 30 days of employment with a company contribution and a match, and with no vesting period

Company paid holidays and Paid Time Off

Company provided Life Insurance, AD&D, Disability, Employee Assistance Plan, and Well-being Program