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Avalara is seeking an experienced, analytical, and collaborative Senior Employee Relations Analyst to join our Global People & Culture team. In this role, you will lead objective, thorough, and confidential workplace investigations, handle complex employee relations (ER) matters, and partner cross-functionally with People Partners, Employment Legal, and business leaders to foster a fair, respectful, and high-performance workplace.
As an advanced individual contributor, you will operate with wide latitude and independent judgment, handling complex and sensitive investigations across the business, translating ER data into actionable insights, and driving preventative initiatives and training to scale ER practices globally.
This role reports directly to our Senior Director, People Partner
#LI-Remote
What Your Responsibilities Will Be:- Conduct independent, objective, end-to-end investigations for sensitive workplace concerns, including allegations of harassment, discrimination, retaliation, policy violations, ethics concerns, and code of conduct breaches.
- Plan comprehensive investigation strategies, conduct structured interviews with complainants, respondents, and witnesses, and review digital evidence and relevant documentation.
- Draft clear, thorough, and legally defensible investigation summary reports with detailed findings of fact, credibility assessments, and risk analysis.
- Partner with People Partners, Employment Counsel, and business leadership to recommend appropriate corrective actions, remediation plans, and next steps
- Collaborate closely with Employment Legal, Regional People Partners, HR Operations, and functional leadership to ensure consistent policy application and mitigate enterprise risk.
- Guide leaders and managers through challenging team dynamics, conflict resolution, and performance-related ER escalations.
- Partner with global ER counterparts (e.g., India, EMEA, LATAM) to maintain global consistency in investigation standards, documentation, and statutory compliance.
- Oversee case intake, milestone tracking, and case resolution in ServiceNow under Avalara’s centralized intake framework, maintaining data integrity and meeting SLA targets.
- Analyze ER metrics, case volumes, cycle times, root causes, and repeat themes to identify organizational risks and deliver actionable insights for P&C leadership.
- Leverage AI tools and automated workflows to streamline investigation documentation, enhance case tracking efficiency, and support manager self-service initiatives.
- Develop and deliver Positive Employee Relations training, manager education sessions, and teach-backs for People Partners on investigation best practices and documentation standards.
- Review and contribute to the continuous enhancement of workplace policies, investigation standard operating procedures (SOPs), and ER workflows.
- Minimum of 4–6+ years of dedicated Employee Relations, Human Resources, or Employment Law experience, with a proven track record of conducting complex workplace investigations.
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Industrial Relations, Psychology, or related field (or equivalent practical experience).
- Deep understanding of workplace investigation methodologies, interview techniques, evidence evaluation, and employment law concepts (EEOC, Title VII, ADA, ADEA, FMLA, FLSA).
- Exceptional written communication skills (proven track record in drafting detailed investigation reports) and verbal communication skills with the ability to handle confidential and sensitive situations with empathy and neutrality.
- Experience working with HR Case Management platforms (ServiceNow, Workday) and utilizing data to uncover trends and drive preventative solutions.
Preferred Qualifications
- Professional certification such as AWI-CH (Association of Workplace Investigators Certificate), SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP, or PHR/SPHR.
- Experience in enterprise SaaS, technology, or fast-paced, high-growth multinational organizations.
- Prior experience supporting or collaborating with cross-functional teams across multiple regions and geographies
Pay Range Details
The base pay range(s) below are provided in compliance with state specific laws. Pay ranges may be different in other locations.
Colorado $100,300 - $160,500 (annually)
Washington $100,300 - $177,200 (annually)
California $100,300 - $194,300 (annually)
NYC $110,800 - $194,300 (annually)
The pay range above is the general base pay range for a successful candidate in the state listed. The successful candidate’s actual salary/wage may be based on various factors, such as geographic location, candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.
This role is eligible for an annual bonus based on individual and company performance, depending on the terms of the applicable plan and the employee’s role.
Avalara is an AI-first Company:
- You’ll bring experience using AI and AI-related technologies, ready to thrive here.
- You’ll apply AI every day to business challenges - improving efficiency, contributing solutions, and driving results for your team, our company, and our customers.
- You’ll grow with AI by staying curious about new trends and best practices, and by sharing what you learn so others can benefit too.
Total Rewards
In addition to a great compensation package, paid time off, and paid parental leave, many Avalara employees are eligible for bonuses.
Health & Wellness
Benefits vary by location but generally include private medical, life, and disability insurance.
Inclusive culture and diversity
Avalara strongly supports diversity, equity, and inclusion, and is committed to integrating them into our business practices and our organizational culture. We also have a total of 8 employee-run resource groups, each with senior leadership and exec sponsorship.
What You Need To Know About Avalara:
We’ve already built an industry-leading cloud compliance platform, processing over 54 billion customer API calls and over 6.6 million tax returns a year. Our growth is real - we're a billion dollar business - and we’re not slowing down until we’ve achieved our mission - to be part of every transaction in the world.
We’re bright, innovative, and disruptive, like the orange we love to wear. It captures our quirky spirit and optimistic mindset. It shows off the culture we’ve designed, that empowers our people to win. We’ve been different from day one. Join us, and your career will be too.
We’re An Equal Opportunity Employer
Avalara is seeking an experienced, analytical, and collaborative Senior Employee Relations Analyst to join our Global People & Culture team. In this role, you will lead objective, thorough, and confidential workplace investigations, handle complex employee relations (ER) matters, and partner cross-functionally with People Partners, Employment Legal, and business leaders to foster a fair, respectful, and high-performance workplace.
As an advanced individual contributor, you will operate with wide latitude and independent judgment, handling complex and sensitive investigations across the business, translating ER data into actionable insights, and driving preventative initiatives and training to scale ER practices globally.
This role reports directly to our Senior Director, People Partner
#LI-Remote
What Your Responsibilities Will Be:- Conduct independent, objective, end-to-end investigations for sensitive workplace concerns, including allegations of harassment, discrimination, retaliation, policy violations, ethics concerns, and code of conduct breaches.
- Plan comprehensive investigation strategies, conduct structured interviews with complainants, respondents, and witnesses, and review digital evidence and relevant documentation.
- Draft clear, thorough, and legally defensible investigation summary reports with detailed findings of fact, credibility assessments, and risk analysis.
- Partner with People Partners, Employment Counsel, and business leadership to recommend appropriate corrective actions, remediation plans, and next steps
- Collaborate closely with Employment Legal, Regional People Partners, HR Operations, and functional leadership to ensure consistent policy application and mitigate enterprise risk.
- Guide leaders and managers through challenging team dynamics, conflict resolution, and performance-related ER escalations.
- Partner with global ER counterparts (e.g., India, EMEA, LATAM) to maintain global consistency in investigation standards, documentation, and statutory compliance.
- Oversee case intake, milestone tracking, and case resolution in ServiceNow under Avalara’s centralized intake framework, maintaining data integrity and meeting SLA targets.
- Analyze ER metrics, case volumes, cycle times, root causes, and repeat themes to identify organizational risks and deliver actionable insights for P&C leadership.
- Leverage AI tools and automated workflows to streamline investigation documentation, enhance case tracking efficiency, and support manager self-service initiatives.
- Develop and deliver Positive Employee Relations training, manager education sessions, and teach-backs for People Partners on investigation best practices and documentation standards.
- Review and contribute to the continuous enhancement of workplace policies, investigation standard operating procedures (SOPs), and ER workflows.
- Minimum of 4–6+ years of dedicated Employee Relations, Human Resources, or Employment Law experience, with a proven track record of conducting complex workplace investigations.
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Industrial Relations, Psychology, or related field (or equivalent practical experience).
- Deep understanding of workplace investigation methodologies, interview techniques, evidence evaluation, and employment law concepts (EEOC, Title VII, ADA, ADEA, FMLA, FLSA).
- Exceptional written communication skills (proven track record in drafting detailed investigation reports) and verbal communication skills with the ability to handle confidential and sensitive situations with empathy and neutrality.
- Experience working with HR Case Management platforms (ServiceNow, Workday) and utilizing data to uncover trends and drive preventative solutions.
Preferred Qualifications
- Professional certification such as AWI-CH (Association of Workplace Investigators Certificate), SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP, or PHR/SPHR.
- Experience in enterprise SaaS, technology, or fast-paced, high-growth multinational organizations.
- Prior experience supporting or collaborating with cross-functional teams across multiple regions and geographies
Pay Range Details
The base pay range(s) below are provided in compliance with state specific laws. Pay ranges may be different in other locations.
Colorado $100,300 - $160,500 (annually)
Washington $100,300 - $177,200 (annually)
California $100,300 - $194,300 (annually)
NYC $110,800 - $194,300 (annually)
The pay range above is the general base pay range for a successful candidate in the state listed. The successful candidate’s actual salary/wage may be based on various factors, such as geographic location, candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.
This role is eligible for an annual bonus based on individual and company performance, depending on the terms of the applicable plan and the employee’s role.
Avalara is an AI-first Company:
- You’ll bring experience using AI and AI-related technologies, ready to thrive here.
- You’ll apply AI every day to business challenges - improving efficiency, contributing solutions, and driving results for your team, our company, and our customers.
- You’ll grow with AI by staying curious about new trends and best practices, and by sharing what you learn so others can benefit too.
Total Rewards
In addition to a great compensation package, paid time off, and paid parental leave, many Avalara employees are eligible for bonuses.
Health & Wellness
Benefits vary by location but generally include private medical, life, and disability insurance.
Inclusive culture and diversity
Avalara strongly supports diversity, equity, and inclusion, and is committed to integrating them into our business practices and our organizational culture. We also have a total of 8 employee-run resource groups, each with senior leadership and exec sponsorship.
What You Need To Know About Avalara:
We’ve already built an industry-leading cloud compliance platform, processing over 54 billion customer API calls and over 6.6 million tax returns a year. Our growth is real - we're a billion dollar business - and we’re not slowing down until we’ve achieved our mission - to be part of every transaction in the world.
We’re bright, innovative, and disruptive, like the orange we love to wear. It captures our quirky spirit and optimistic mindset. It shows off the culture we’ve designed, that empowers our people to win. We’ve been different from day one. Join us, and your career will be too.
We’re An Equal Opportunity Employer
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in remote employee relations manager jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration, or a related field
- Five or more years of progressive HR or employee relations experience
- Working knowledge of federal and state employment law, including FMLA, ADA, and Title VII
- Experience conducting workplace investigations and documenting findings
- SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR certification strongly preferred
- Proficiency with HRIS platforms such as Workday, SAP SuccessFactors, or Oracle HCM
Tips for Your Remote Employee Relations Manager Job Search
Apply early to remote roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists remote employee relations manager openings from across the U.S. in one place. Search the current roles, find ones that match your experience level and industry focus, and apply directly without sorting through mixed location listings.
Demonstrate async conflict resolution skills
Remote employers care deeply about how you handle sensitive conversations in writing. Prepare examples of employee relations cases you managed through email, documentation, or case management systems. Written clarity and professionalism carry more weight remotely than they do in person.
Showcase multi-state employment law fluency
Distributed companies often have employees in multiple states and need employee relations managers who can apply varying state-level employment laws remotely. Highlighting familiarity with multi-jurisdictional compliance in your application materials signals you're built for a distributed environment.
Prep for the remote interview format itself
Remote employee relations manager interviews often include scenario-based questions delivered over video. Practice walking through investigation processes and difficult conversations on camera. Employers are evaluating both your answers and how you communicate in the medium you'll use daily.
Remote Employee Relations Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a remote employee relations manager job?
Target remote-first companies and distributed teams that handle employee relations without co-located HR staff. Remote employers screen for strong written communication, the ability to manage sensitive conversations asynchronously, and demonstrated self-direction. Proficiency with case management platforms and HRIS tools helps, and candidates who can show they've resolved complex employee issues independently stand out from the pool.
Which companies hire remote employee relations managers?
Companies hiring remote employee relations managers right now include TP, Vivmark Residential, and Renaissance Learning, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Remote-first tech firms, large distributed healthcare organizations, and financial services companies with geographically spread workforces are among the most consistent hirers of this role.
Can you get a remote employee relations manager job with no experience?
Yes, but remote entry-level roles are harder to land because employers expect you to handle sensitive cases independently from day one without in-office guidance. HR coordinator or generalist roles at remote-first companies can build the foundation. Demonstrating strong written conflict-resolution skills, familiarity with employee relations case workflows, and comfort working in asynchronous environments helps open the door.
Do you need a degree for remote employee relations manager jobs?
Not always. Many remote employers weigh demonstrated experience managing employee relations cases, knowledge of employment law fundamentals, and HR certifications like SHRM-CP or PHR alongside or instead of a formal degree. Candidates who can show a clear record of handling investigations, policy implementation, and employee concerns effectively are competitive regardless of educational background.
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