Global Employee Relations Lead

TL;DR

Global Employee Relations Lead (HR/Employee Relations): Shaping global ER strategy and managing complex casework with an accent on balancing global compliance with a community-first culture. Focus on leading end-to-end ER matters, designing frameworks for people management, and navigating US and European employment laws.

Location: New York City, NY

Salary: $180,200 - $252,300 USD

Company

hirify.global is one of the internet’s largest sources of information, serving as a community of communities built on shared interests and authentic conversations.

What you will do

• Lead end-to-end management of ER matters, including disciplinary actions, grievances, and policy investigations.
• Advise and support managers on underperformance cases and long-term leaves of absence.
• Develop and maintain country-specific ER resources, including toolkits, templates, and process guides.
• Partner with HRBPs to identify ER trends and deliver targeted training workshops to enhance people management.
• Collaborate with Legal and external counsel to obtain employment-related advice and manage organizational risks.
• Support sensitive matters such as severance, redundancies, and settlement agreements.

Requirements

• 8+ years of total HR experience, with 4+ years of specialized Employee Relations experience in a global business.
• Expert-level fluency with US and European (UK, Ireland, Netherlands, Germany, Italy) employment laws and practice.
• Must be based in New York City, NY.
• Strong ability to maintain confidentiality and handle difficult conversations with diplomacy and professionalism.
• Capability to operate with minimal supervision in a global organizational structure.

Nice to have

• Knowledge of employment laws and practices in the APAC region.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance for US-based employees.
• 401(k) program with employer match.
• Generous paid time off for vacation and parental leave.
• Equity compensation in the form of restricted stock units (RSUs).