Senior Employee Relations Partner

Company Overview Imagine a piloted air taxi that takes off vertically, then quietly carries you and your fellow passengers over the congested city streets below, enabling you to spend more time with the people and places that matter most. At Joby, we've been working to make that dream a reality since 2009 and we're now in the final stages of certifying our aircraft with the FAA. With plans to launch our aircraft in the US and Dubai, we're now scaling manufacturing and preparing for the launch of our commercial service. Overview The Senior Employee Relations Partner serves as an onsite People Team subject matter expert in Dayton, Ohio. The role is responsible for proactively managing employee relations, handling investigations and providing coaching to managers. It also partners closely with the General Manager and handles administrative People Team functions. Responsibilities Develop effective relationships with team members and promote positive employee relations, high engagement, and overall satisfaction across the organizationPartner closely with the General Manager and business leaders on strategic HR initiativesProactively manage, investigate, and resolve employee relations issues, ensuring thorough case documentation and full alignment with company policies and labor lawsApply specialized knowledge to guide conflict resolution, corrective actions, and performance management processesLead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of HR policies, procedures, and community engagement eventsServe as an onsite People Team subject matter expert on local workforce guidelines and Ohio labor regulationsSupport onboarding execution, recruitment activities, onsite interview coordination, and site toursAssist with compensation, benefits, leave administration, and special projects as needed Required Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent practical experience6+ years of progressive HR experience, with a dedicated focus on employee relations and conflict managementThorough understanding of core HR principles, concepts, practices, and Ohio labor lawsProven track record of consultative HR experience, working autonomously to resolve complex challengesStrong analytical, problem-solving, and objective coaching abilitiesExcellent planning, organizational, and time-management skills with meticulous attention to detailDemonstrated discretion in handling highly confidential business matters and sensitive informationApproachable, customer-focused, and solutions-oriented mindsetProficiency in Google Workspace (G-Suite) toolsAbility to work full-time onsite in Dayton, OH, with up to 10% travelFlexibility to collaborate effectively across time zones, including aligning with Pacific Time working hours as needed Additional Information Compensation at Joby is a combination of base pay and Restricted Stock Units (RSUs). The target base pay for this position is $89,900 - $119,900/yr. The compensation package will be determined by job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.Joby also offers a comprehensive benefits package, including paid time off, healthcare benefits, a 401(k) plan with a company match, an employee stock purchase plan (ESPP), short-term and long-term disability coverage, life insurance, and more.Joby is an Equal Opportunity EmployerCompensation at Joby is a combination of base pay and Restricted Stock Units (RSUs). The target base pay for this position is $89,900 - $119,900/yr. The compensation package will be determined by job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.Joby also offers a comprehensive benefits package, including paid time off, healthcare benefits, a 401(k) plan with a company match, an employee stock purchase plan (ESPP), short-term and long-term disability coverage, life insurance, and more.Joby is an Equal Opportunity EmployerJob SummaryID: 2026-5305Category: PeopleType: Regular Full-Time