Principal Employee Relations Advisor - Remote
Requisition ID: R10172199
- Category: Human Resources
- Location: Unknown City, California, United States of America
- Clearance Type: None
- Telecommute: Yes- May Consider Full Time Teleworking for this position
- Shift: Days (United States of America)
- Travel Required: Yes, 10% of the Time
- Positions Available: 1
Northrop Grumman's Human Resources organization is seeking a skilled and dedicated Principal Employee Relations Advisor to join our team. The successful candidate will play a key role in fostering a fair and respectful workplace by partnering with Human Resources colleagues to address dynamic employee relations situations. As a member of the Employee Relations Center of Excellence, the ER Advisor provides advice, consultation, and guidance to create sustainable solutions for individual employee matters and organizational challenges. This position can be performed as a full-time telecommuter.
Key responsibilities include:
- Conduct thorough investigations into employee relations matters, providing fair and objective recommendations for resolution
- Collaborate with HR partners and management to address workplace issues and concerns with sensitivity and respect
- Interpret and apply company policies and procedures, while considering relevant employment laws, to maintain compliance and manage risks, and ensure a fair and inclusive work environment
- Provide consultative expertise to stakeholders on corrective actions, employment separations, performance management, conflict resolution, and policies/procedures
- Identify trends and root causes of recurring issues, using analytical skills and insights
- Partner closely with stakeholders to develop comprehensive solutions and proactive strategies for effectively handing sensitive and complex employee relations matters and addressing organizational trends
- Promote proactive and positive employee relations practices across the organization to enhance the overall employee experience
- Stay informed about changes in employment law and industry best practices to proactively address potential issues and fosters a fair and respectful workplace for all
A successful candidate will have:
- A proven track record as a trusted advisor and consultant to business and HR leadership in providing to provide effective advice and consulting on workplace matters
- The ability to establish strong, collaborative relationships at all levels and across functions within the organization
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with an emphasis on empathy, respect, consultation, and a strategic mindset
- Demonstrated judgement and sound decision-making, and be detail-oriented, highly organized
- Proven success and enjoyment operating in a fast paced/high volume work environment; ability to remain composed and neutral under pressure
- Strong project and time management skills with ability to multi-task and manage multiple matters simultaneously
- Excellent business acumen
Basic Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree and 5 years of experience in Human Resources and/or Employee Relations OR a Master’s degree and 3 years of experience in Human Resources and/or Employee Relations
- Experience conducting investigations and advising on a wide range of employee relations issues, including manager/employee conflicts and/or complaints, managing challenging performance issues, and behavioral/ and conduct issues
- Strong knowledge of pertinent labor/employment law as well as human resources management principles, practices, and procedures
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in human resources, employee relations, industrial/labor relations, business, or related field
- Experience with case management and documentation systems
- Training in investigation and/or dispute resolution techniques
- Experience with statistical concepts and using such information to identify trends
- Labor relations experience
- Previous experience in Aerospace & Defense and/or government contracting
- Located in close proximity to NG facilities in Southern California
Employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.
Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.
What's great about
Northrop Grumman
- Be part of a culture that thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work.
- Use your skills to build and deliver innovative tech solutions that protect the world and shape a better future.
- Enjoy benefits like work-life balance, education assistance and paid time off.
Did you know?
Northrop Grumman leads the industry team for NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope, the largest, most complex and powerful space telescope ever built. Launched in December 2021, the telescope incorporates innovative design, advanced technology, and groundbreaking engineering, and will fundamentally alter our understanding of the universe.