Employee Relations Partner

At Valley Bank, we believe in people's growth potential. We invest in it. We protect it. We focus it. For nearly 100 years, we've been the Bank that clients from every industry turn to for our expertise, strategies, and advice--building the kind of trust that can fuel every goal. We are the leading relationship bank built for growth--with over $60 billion in assets, 3,800 experts, and more than 200 consumer branches and commercial banking offices in communities across the US. At Valley, we're all driven by an ambition that goes deeper than just having a job. That's why when you work for us, we make it our goal to help you focus on what drives you--working to turn your passions and strengths into assets you can use to propel your ambitions and build the professional legacy you want. Because when we say we're a relationship bank built for growth, that's not just reserved for our clients--that includes all our associates as well. The Sr People Relations Partner provides expert advice and strategic support on employee relations to drive organizational effectiveness while proactively mitigating risk. This role collaborates with Valley's Strategic People Partners, people leaders, leadership, and other areas of HR to manage corrective actions, investigations, accommodations, position eliminations, and policy issues. Expected Work Hours 40 Job Description Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Advise the creation, implementation, and interpretation of HR policies and procedures, ensuring Valley's practices reflect the highest standards and comply with all regulatory requirements. Conduct thorough investigations into workplace complaints, ensuring fairness, confidentiality, and compliance with bank policies and legal standards. Partner with strategic partners and people leaders to develop and implement corrective action plans, ensuring consistency, compliance, and alignment with internal policies and employment laws. Manage accommodation requests in compliance with ADA and other applicable regulations. Work with people leaders and associates to implement reasonable solutions that support productivity and inclusiveness. Support the bank through position elimination processes, including planning, communication, and compliance with legal and company requirements. Maintain oversight of our case management tool, monitor entries for accuracy, and analyze trends and recommend proactive strategies. Requirements Required Skills: Proven ability to manage complex investigations and resolve sensitive employee relations matters in a regulated environment. Outstanding interpersonal, communication, and conflict resolution skills. Demonstrated ability to influence and collaborate with senior leaders and cross-functional teams. Strong analytical skills and the ability to use data to drive decisions and develop solutions. High level of integrity, discretion, and professionalism. Required Experience: Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field with a minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in employee relations and human resources. Preferred Experience: Master's degree in Human Resources. Full-time/Part-time Full-time FLSA Exempt Total Rewards Summary We provide a comprehensive and competitive total rewards package including base salary determined by factors such as the role, relevant experience, skill set, and geographical location. Eligible positions may also be eligible to receive commission-based compensation and/or discretionary incentive compensation, which may be awarded as cash or forfeitable equity, recognizing individual performance and contributions. In addition to financial compensation, we offer a robust suite of benefits tailored to meet diverse employee needs based on eligibility criteria. These include: comprehensive health care and insurance plans retirement savings options tuition and adoption reimbursement programs paid time off mental health support other valuable benefits programs Further details regarding total compensation and benefits will be shared during the hiring process. Pay Range The estimated pay range for this job. Disclosing pay information promotes competitive and equitable pay. The actual pay rate will depend on the person's qualifications and experience. $98,400.00 - $171,900.00 / year Pay Transparency In order to support the Fair Compensation Strategy by the US Govt., HR Dept., clients are required to adhere to "Pay Transparency Law"; in the impacted states; that have mandated the employers to list the salary ranges in Job advertisements or postings for job opportunities and Job promotions. 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