Employee Relations Partner

Employee Relations Partner is critical in supporting managers and leaders to maintain a fair, harmonious workplace that supports organizational goals. Employee Relations Partner will have current employment law knowledge and will manage and deliver a caseload of employee relations cases. In addition, she will upskill managers on the management of cases and support on avoiding conduct issues. Company Overview At FUJIFILM Biotechnologies, we’re leading the charge in advancing tomorrow’s medicines. If you want to be a part of life-impacting projects alongside today’s most innovative biopharmaceutical companies, FUJIFILM Biotechnologies could be the right place for you. From our Bioprocess Innovation Center to our cGMP-compliant manufacturing site, we thrive on collaboration, creativity, and purpose. Whether your expertise lies in research, manufacturing, or production, you’ll find a home here where your efforts directly improve patients’ lives. Together, let’s shape the future of healthcare. Situated at the cross-section of Morrisville and Research Triangle Park (RTP), North Carolina, our site is at the heart of a booming biotech hub surrounded by top universities, vibrant communities, and various outdoor opportunities. Fujifilm is globally headquartered in Tokyo with over 70,000 employees across four key business segments of healthcare, electronics, business innovation, and imaging. We are guided and united by our Group Purpose of “giving our world more smiles.” What You’ll Do: Manage and deliver a caseload of employee relations cases, including investigations, disciplinary actions, grievances, capability reviews, appeals, leave of absence, and absence management from the start of the process through to conclusion. Act as a trusted advisor to managers, providing clear and commercially focused advice aligned with employment law. Ensure consistent application of ER policies and procedures, balancing business needs with fair outcomes. Mediate and facilitate discussions between employees and management to resolve disputes and improve relationships. Maintain records of employee relations activity and provide reports to senior management. Identify trends and themes to support proactive initiatives and continuous improvement. Upskill managers, ensuring they understand the proactive role they can take to reduce ER issues. Monitor trends and feedback to HRBPs. Ensure policies are updated to reflect best practice, fair processes, and compliance with relevant laws (UK/Europe). Liaise with HR and Legal teams to ensure awareness of policy updates and best practice (US). Drive continuous improvement of ER practices and processes. Maintain up-to-date employment law knowledge. Collaborate on wider P&C projects. Minimum Requirements: Bachelor’s degree or specialist HR qualification. 5 years of experience working on employee relations issues. Current knowledge of employment law and emerging trends. Strong communication, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills. Deep knowledge of employment laws and regulations. Problem‑solving and analytical abilities. Empathy and strong interpersonal skills to build rapport with all levels of the organization. Organizational skills to manage multiple priorities and maintain detailed records. Working Conditions & Physical Requirements: Ability to stand for prolonged periods of time. Ability to sit for prolonged periods of time. Ability to conduct activities using repetitive motions that include wrists, hands and/or fingers. Ability to lift objects up to 10 pounds. Benefits: Our programs are designed to focus on maintaining and enhancing all pillars of health with a robust benefits package including medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage. A Health Savings Account with company contributions is offered. In addition, we provide an industry‑leading 401(k) savings plan, insurance coverage, employee assistance programs and various wellness incentives. We support work‑life balance with paid vacation time, sick time, and company holidays. Explore a supportive environment that enriches both your personal and professional growth! EEO Information: Fujifilm is committed to providing equal opportunities in hiring, promotion and advancement, compensation, benefits, and training regardless of nationality, age, gender, sexual orientation or gender identity, race, ethnicity, religion, political creed, ideology, national or social origin, disability, veteran status, etc. ADA Information: If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre‑employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to our HR Department (View email address on click.appcast.io). #J-18808-Ljbffr FUJIFILM Biotechnologies