Our vision for the future is based on the idea that transforming financial lives starts by giving our people the freedom to transform their own. We have a flexible work environment, and fluid career paths. We not only encourage but celebrate internal mobility. We also recognize the importance of purpose, well-being, and work-life balance. Within Empower and our communities, we work hard to create a welcoming and inclusive environment, and our associates dedicate thousands of hours to volunteering for causes that matter most to them.

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The Employee Relations Consultant works independently to support and guide managers (typically at the Assistant Vice President level and below) on a wide range of employee relations matters.

What you will do

Partner with and provide support to management on employee relations issues, including but not limited to: conducting investigations and disciplinary actions (including involuntary terminations). Will also support our legal partners and assist in their work to respond to EEOC charges.
Provide coaching and conflict resolution to management and employees.
Track trends and makes recommendations for improvement to HR or department management.
Serve as a subject matter expert on employment laws and regulations.
Maintain a comprehensive understanding and serves as a subject matter expert on Federal, State, and Municipal employment law and regulations to ensure compliance and to mitigate risk to the organization
In coordination with the Sr.HR Business Partner and HR senior Leadership, create and interpret company policies and procedures.
Provide input and recommendations regarding current HR policies and procedures to HR senior Leadership and HR functional areas
Reinforce initiatives within respective client group as defined by the Sr.HR Business Partner or business unit management.
May work with Sr.HR Business Partner and HR Director to support enterprise-wide employee engagement initiatives.

What you will bring

Bachelor's Degree in related field or equivalent experience
Five (+) years of relevant work experience
HR Generalist experience in a service related industry preferred
PHR or SPHR certification strongly preferred
Subject matter expert on current employment laws and regulations
Proficiency in MS Office. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills required

***Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time, including CPT/OPT.***

What we offer you

We offer an array of diverse and inclusive benefits regardless of where you are in your career. We believe that providing our employees with the means to lead healthy balanced lives results in the best possible work performance.

Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
Retirement savings - 401(k) plan with generous company matching contributions (up to 6%), financial advisory services, potential company discretionary contribution, and a broad investment lineup
Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250/year
Business-casual environment that includes the option to wear jeans
Generous paid time off upon hire - including a paid time off program plus ten paid company holidays and three floating holidays each calendar year
Paid volunteer time - 16 hours per calendar year
Leave of absence programs - including paid parental leave, paid short- and long-term disability, and Family and Medical Leave (FMLA)
Business Resource Groups (BRGs) - BRGs facilitate inclusion and collaboration across our business internally and throughout the communities where we live, work and play. BRGs are open to all.

Base Salary Range
$77,900.00 - $110,000.00

The salary range above shows the typical minimum to maximum base salary range for this position in the location listed. Non-sales positions have the opportunity to participate in a bonus program. Sales positions are eligible for sales incentives, and in some instances a bonus plan, whereby total compensation may far exceed base salary depending on individual performance. Actual compensation offered may vary from posted hiring range based upon geographic location, work experience, education, licensure requirements and/or skill level and will be finalized at the time of offer.

Equal opportunity employer • Drug-free workplace

We are an equal opportunity employer with a commitment to diversity. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age (40 and over), race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, religion, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable state or local law.

***For remote and hybrid positions you will be required to provide reliable high-speed internet with a wired connection as well as a place in your home to work with limited disruption. You must have reliable connectivity from an internet service provider that is fiber, cable or DSL internet. Other necessary computer equipment, will be provided. You may be required to work in the office if you do not have an adequate home work environment and the required internet connection.***

Job Posting End Date at 12:01 am on:
08-29-2025

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