Eurest Position Title: HR BUSINESS PARTNER - EMPLOYEE RELATIONS Pay Grade: 13 Reports To: Senior Human Resources ManagerSalary: $90,000-$105,000/yr. As the leader in business and industry dining, Eurest is the company to join if you want a rewarding career packed with limitless opportunities. We feed the employees of the nation's largest and most-prestigious companies in every state and across all industries. As a member of Eurest's leadership and professional support team, you will help our 16,000 chefs, and in-unit associates excel as they deliver world-class meals in corporate cafes and executive dining rooms with on-site catering through vending innovations and more.Our company is innovative, high performing and fast growing. Our teammates are enthusiastic, committed to quality and thrive on consistently delivering unparalleled results. And did we mention we work with exciting companies and at interesting locations? Come grow your career with Eurest.Job SummaryThe HR Business Partner - Employee Relations supports efforts to build a positive culture of accountability, promoting team member welfare and recognition. Position assists the Labor Relations and Employee Relations teams with investigations, record-keeping, informational requests, training, and various administrative tasks related to Labor and Employee Relations. Position is also accountable for assisting Human Resources and operational management in achieving positive employee relations environments. Role is responsible for a wide variety of analysis, interpretation, development, implementation and administration of issues and support involving team members at both union and non-union environments.This position is an onsite role at our client site in Redmond, WA. The option for a hybrid working schedule is available after 3-6 months of settling into the role.Relocation bonus can be offered to suitable candidates. Responsibilities
Provide outstanding advice and guidance to managers relating to Employee Relations Issues
Ensure advice and policy guidance is communicated in line with our Core Signature and employment law standards
Support the design, communication and continual improvement of employee relations resources
Develops and delivers training related to Employee Relations topics and procedures
Responds to HR inquires submitted to, e-mail and other communication channels that involve Employee Relations matters
Partners with Field HR, Legal, Labor Relations, Risk Management and Operations for resolution of escalated HR inquires
Assists in internal team member investigations as assigned
Coordinate labor relations projects to ensure their completion in a timely and efficient manner
Provides support to the Labor Relations team on collective bargaining, including compiling draft documents, fulfilling informational requests, and coordinating post-negotiations activity
Assists in preparation for contract negations and arbitration hearings
Provide guidance to human resources and operations management in resolving labor relations concerns and issues ensuring alignment with company practices and collective bargaining agreements
Keep all stakeholders informed about labor relations matters, changes in policies and any potential areas of concern
Assist with the interpretation and administration of labor contracts
Design and deliver training on labor relations initiatives
Maintains recordkeeping of agreements, materials, arbitrations, grievances, or any other related documents
Be a champion for great people management
Other duties as assigned
Experience
Real-world experience supporting or implementing employee relations standards and investigations
2+ years of Labor Relations experience in a multi-location unionized environment strongly preferred
Experience conducting effective & objective investigations and advising on corrective action in unionized environments
Experience in grievance handling and negotiations preparation
Labor relations experience including interpreting and advising managers on collective agreements, participating in grievances/arbitrations, bargaining and negotiations is strongly preferred.
Skills and Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree
Knowledge of labor and employment laws, e.g., NLRA, FLSA and FMLA
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong organizational, follow-through, and workload planning skills, with the ability to juggle multiple priorities while adhering to processes and deadlines.
Demonstrated ability to manage complex associate relations issues at a large, multi-unit organization preferred.
Previous experience as part of a centralized HR environment, preferably in a corporate setting.
Intermediate Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint skills; advanced skills preferred.
Experience responding to common inquiries or complaints from associates, regulatory agencies or members of the business community.
Strong presentation skills required.
Sense of urgency with the ability to respond in a service-oriented, timely and efficient manner.
Great interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality.
Strong administrative skills including data entry, filing, reporting, etc.
Apply to Eurest today!Eurest is a member of Compass Group USAClick here to Learn More about the Compass Story (http://www.compass-usa.com/our-story/) Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act. We encourage applicants with a criminal history (and driving history) to apply.Eurest maintains a drug-free workplace.Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.Associates at Eurest are offered many fantastic benefits.
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life Insurance/ AD
Disability Insurance
Retirement Plan
Paid Time Off
Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
Associate Shopping Program
Health and Wellness Programs
Discount Marketplace
Identity Theft Protection
Pet Insurance
Commuter Benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
