Employee Relations Business Partner

Remote, California

Title: Employee Relations Business Partner
Contract Duration: January 2026
Contract Type: W2 under Staffing Supplier
Pay Rate: $60,21
Start Date: ASAP
Location: Remote (San Francisco)
Visa Sponsorship: Not provided

Executive Summary
We are seeking a strategic, resourceful, and high-performing Employee Relations Business Partner to support our client’s Go To Market teams. In this role, you’ll operate as a neutral intermediary, facilitating employee relations, supporting managers, and fostering a fair, consistent, and high-performance culture across the organization. You’ll contribute to the operational efficiency of employee relations (ER) processes, partner with business and HR leaders, and leverage both data and empathy to improve the workplace experience for all.

Key Responsibilities

Serve as an Employee Relations subject matter expert and partner for assigned business orgs and HR Business Partners (HRBPs), offering guidance and consulting
Support and coach managers in developing, delivering, and monitoring Performance Improvement Plans, and address complaints/concerns about the process
Facilitate resolutions for escalated employee performance management, involuntary terminations, engagement, complaints, and listening sessions
Ensure consistency in ER processes, capture and report key metrics, and advocate for process improvements
Interpret and advise on company policies, procedures, and employment law (federal/state) to ensure fair, compliant, and balanced outcomes
Partner with business stakeholders, Legal, HR, and other partners for complex case resolution
Implement process enhancements and strategic initiatives to drive efficiency, client satisfaction, and effective delivery of services
Maintain documentation through HRIS and case management tools such as Workday, Service Now, and HR Acuity
Support regular reporting and provide recommendations to business and HR leaders on trends and opportunities
May require light travel as needed for key meetings or disputes

Skills & Qualifications

BS/BA degree preferred, or equivalent experience
3+ years of relevant experience in employee relations, HRBP/People Partner, or employment law
Deep knowledge of employment law; comfort looking up and applying state-specific legislation
Experience with HRIS (e.g., Workday, Service Now) and ER case management software (e.g., HR Acuity)
Outstanding written and oral communication skills; high emotional intelligence (EQ)
Proven ability to collaborate with multiple stakeholders and levels of leadership
Excellent organizational skills, follow-through, and a flexible, solution-oriented mindset
Customer service–oriented with exceptional attention to detail
Able to work independently, proactively solve problems, and propose process efficiencies or strategic improvements

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