Employee Relations Manager Jobs in Georgia

ABOUT THE JOB

Great just isn't good enough for our People Operations team (known elsewhere as "Human Resources"). We bring the world's most innovative people to Google and provide the programs that help them thrive. Whether recruiting the next Googler, refining our core programs, developing talent, or simply looking for ways to inject some more fun into the lives of our Googlers, we bring a data-driven approach that is reinventing the human resources field. In this role, as a part of People Operations, you will strive to revolutionize human resources the same way Google has revolutionized search, finding, growing and keeping the remarkable assemblage of talent who are Googlers. You will be an advocate of Google's culture and values, partnering with business leaders to help them build their organizations and ensure all people decisions are based on data, whether coaching clients on how to lead their teams, navigating and resolving employee relations issues or managing programs that help develop Googlers, you stay exceptionally focused on putting them first, and being as clear and transparent as possible to help Googlers understand how people decisions get made.

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Conduct fair, thorough and timely investigations into allegations of violations of Google’s HR policies or local law, and manage investigations, complaints, and disciplinary processes efficiently and fairly in accordance with local requirements to ensure fair treatment of all Googlers.
Partner with Employee Relations and Partner Investigations (e.g., Regulatory Affairs, Security) including taking notes, advising, and drafting or delivering discipline, while collaborating flexibly across teams and time zones.
Advise on and address other workplace concerns in line with local processes (e.g., pay, level, performance) and any other conduct that may breach policies.
De-escalate and resolve matters and communicate clear guidance and coaching to Googlers, People Operations (POps) partners, management, influencing as necessary.
* Draft summaries and recommendations to document and resolve issues and advice as necessary.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
7 years of experience in employee relations/investigations, gained in either an HR Business Partners (HRBP) role, Employee Relations Advisory role, or equivalent experience as an employment attorney practicing employment law.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

JD with an employment law focus, or equivalent experience.
Experience advising on a wide range of employee relations issues, including reorganizations and performance issues.
Ability to successfully work across different identities and apply an intersectional lens in daily work and interactions, operating with empathy, and diffusing/de-escalating difficult conversations/situations.
Ability to manage a wide set of stakeholders and influence the outcomes in a global organization.
* Project management skills with demonstrated ability to manage global projects.

COMPENSATION

Individual pay is determined by factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
US: $141000 - $206000 (USD) + 15% bonus target + equity + benefits

LOCATION

This role may also be located in our Playa Vista, CA campus. Applicants in the County of Los Angeles: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. Applicants in San Francisco: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. Note: By applying to this position you will have an opportunity to share your preferred working location from the following: Mountain View, CA, USA; Ann Arbor, MI, USA; Atlanta, GA, USA; Austin, TX, USA; Chicago, IL, USA; New York, NY, USA; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Seattle, WA, USA; San Francisco, CA, USA; Washington D.C., DC, USA.

BENEFITS

In accordance with Washington state law, we are highlighting our comprehensive benefits package, which is available to all eligible US based employees. Benefits for this role include:
Health, dental, vision, life, disability insurance
Retirement Benefits: 401(k) with company match
Paid Time Off: 20 days of vacation per year, accruing at a rate of 6.15 hours per pay period for the first five years of employment
Sick Time: 40 hours/year (increased to 69 hours/year for Seattle) including 5 discretionary sick days per instance
Maternity Leave (Short-Term Disability + Baby Bonding): 28-30 weeks
Baby Bonding Leave: 18 weeks
* Holidays: 13 paid days per year

Google is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. See also Google's EEO Policy and EEO is the Law. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know by completing our Accommodations for Applicants form.