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Pharmavite · 4 hours ago

Manager, Employee Relations

Pharmavite is focused on complete nutrition and is seeking a Manager of Employee Relations to provide strategic leadership and oversight of investigations and policies. This role will ensure fair and legally sound outcomes across the organization while partnering with HR Business Partners and legal teams.

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Responsibilities

Lead and oversee employee relations investigations, ensuring rigorous fact-finding, clear documentation, and timely, defensible resolution of performance, conduct, and workplace concerns
Oversee the ER operating model, including decision rights, investigation standards, documentation requirements, templates, and centralized housing of ER materials to ensure consistency and quality across the enterprise and within the HRBP function
Serve as the enterprise subject matter expert on employee relations, providing trusted guidance to HRBPs and business leaders and shaping ER-related decisions through sound judgment, policy interpretation, and risk-calibrated recommendations
Provide strategic counsel to senior leaders and HR Business Partners on investigations, discipline, conflict resolution, and risk-calibrated decision-making
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws, with deep expertise in California regulations (e.g., CFRA, FMLA, ADA, wage and hour); multi-state experience preferred
Partner closely with Legal on high-risk and highly sensitive investigations to ensure alignment on investigative approach, policy interpretation, regulatory requirements, and risk mitigation strategies
Analyze ER data and trends to generate insights, anticipate emerging risks, and recommend targeted policies, training, and interventions
Partner with Talent & Organization Development and Legal as needed to design and deliver training for HRBPs and managers on employee relations best practices, employment law, and related people leadership and management skills
Coach and support HRBPs on investigations and report writing, and provide guidance on policy interpretation and corrective action to ensure consistent, compliant application of company standards
Lead continuous improvement efforts, leveraging data and best practices to enhance processes and related technologies, strengthen cross-functional partnerships, and elevate the overall employee experience
Manage and investigate assigned complaints submitted through the EthicsPoint platform

Qualification

Employee relations expertiseEmployment law knowledgeInvestigation standards developmentCoaching HRBPsData analysis skillsRisk assessmentContinuous improvement mindsetCommunication skillsDecision making

Required

8+ years of progressive experience in employee relations, HR, or employment law, including leading complex and high-risk investigations
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Psychology, Business, Law, or a related field required
Demonstrated expertise in federal, state, and local employment laws, with deep knowledge of California regulations
Proven experience partnering closely with Legal on sensitive matters, aligning on investigative strategy, documentation, and risk mitigation
Strong capability in developing and enforcing investigation standards, documentation templates, and quality controls across an enterprise environment
Experience coaching HRBPs and leaders on ER decision-making, policy interpretation, and effective handling of performance and conduct issues
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to produce clear, defensible investigation reports and executive-ready recommendations
The ability to manage ambiguity and exercise sound judgment in high-stakes, complex situations
A strong, fact-based approach to decision making, with the ability to use data, evidence, and trends to influence outcomes and drive alignment
Demonstrated ability to navigate complex, matrixed organizations and balance competing priorities while maintaining compliance and consistency

Preferred

Advanced degree or relevant certifications (e.g., SHRM-SCP, SPHR)
Multi-state experience

Benefits

Annual performance bonus
Medical, dental and vision benefits
401K match
Other wellness benefits

Company

Pharmavite

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Pharmavite is a nutritional supplement firm that focuses on the fundamentals of complete nutrition through essential nutrients and minerals.

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

Leadership Team

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Jeff Boutelle
CEO
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Jerome Metivier
EVP and CFO
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