Senior Employee Relations Partner at Pluralsight in Westlake, OH

Senior Employee Relations Partner Location: Hybrid - Texas (Westlake) Job Description: At the heart of every great organization is a culture built on fairness, integrity, and trust. We are looking for a Senior Employee Relations (ER) Partner who is more than just a policy expert—we need a strategic advisor and a steady hand to help us navigate the complexities of the modern workplace. Who You Are Committed to Being A Trusted Advocate: You are a pillar of integrity who balances analytical rigor with human sensitivity. You don’t just "handle cases"; you advocate for a culture of fairness. An Empathetic Problem-Solver: You possess high emotional intelligence, allowing you to stay grounded and objective during emotionally charged or ambiguous situations. A Strategic Influencer: You have the "influence without authority" needed to guide senior leaders and HRBPs toward outcomes that align with our values and minimize risk. A Resilient Partner: You thrive in the gray areas, maintaining your composure and ethical North Star even when the stakes are high. What You’ll Do Lead with Strategy: You’ll be the architect of enterprise-wide ER projects, designing programs and metrics that improve the employee experience and ensure organizational consistency. Master Case Management: From performance concerns to complex workplace investigations (harassment, discrimination, etc.), you will conduct impartial inquiries and recommend compliant, fair resolutions. Coach & Enable: You won’t just solve problems; you’ll prevent them. You will design and deliver "ER 101" training and manager enablement sessions to strengthen leadership capabilities across the board. Advise & Interpret: Serve as the go-to expert for HRBPs and Legal, interpreting HR policies and monitoring employment law trends to keep us ahead of the curve. Drive Continuous Improvement: Use data analytics to spot trends and risk indicators, turning insights into proactive solutions that reduce organizational risk. Experience You’ll Bring You have a deep, nuanced understanding of federal, state, and local labor laws, as well as experience managing sensitive ER matters at scale. You are a pro at gathering evidence, interviewing with an unbiased lens, and producing objective, high-quality documentation. You are skilled in mediation and can facilitate open dialogue between parties, even in the most fractured relationships. You are comfortable using Workday and specialized case management software to track data and generate meaningful insights. Requirements Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, or a related field (Master’s degree is a plus). 8+ years of progressive employee relations experience. SHRM-SCP or SPHR certification is highly preferred. Exceptional active listening and communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly to diverse audiences. An unwavering commitment to confidentiality and the highest ethical standards. Hybrid Work Model: This role follows a hybrid schedule, with on-site work at our Westlake/Dallas, TX office Tuesday through Thursday and remote flexibility on Mondays and Fridays. This approach helps us collaborate more effectively, make decisions more quickly, and build a stronger culture, while still providing flexibility. Why you’ll love working here: We work in a blended environment that supports collaboration, flexibility, and connection across teams. We are mission-driven, shaping the future of tech upskillling and delivering impact that matters. We foster a culture of inclusion and belonging, where everyone can contribute and thrive. We are always learning, creating an environment where you can take on new challenges, expand your skills, and grow with purpose. Benefits include competitive compensation, bonus eligibility, comprehensive medical coverage, unlimited PTO, wellness reimbursement, professional development funds, and more. About us: Pluralsight provides the only learning platform dedicated to accelerating the technology skills and capabilities of today’s tech workforce. Thousands of companies, government organizations and individuals around the world rely on Pluralsight to support critical technology skill development in areas that are crucial to innovation including artificial intelligence, cloud computing, cybersecurity, software development, and machine learning. We offer highly curated content developed by vetted technology experts, industry leading skill assessments, and hands on, immersive learning experiences designed to help individuals skill-up faster. This role is primarily performed in an office or home office setting and involves standard computer-based work. Bring yourself. Pluralsight is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with EEOC guidelines and local laws. If you need an accommodation to apply, interview, or perform essential job functions, please visit the bottom of our website to learn how to request an accommodation. Learn more about our commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in our DEIB Report. The annual US base salary range for this role is $99,000 - $130,000 USD. Actual compensation will depend on location, skills, experience, and other factors. Additional benefits and bonuses may apply. Applications must be submitted within 90 days after the initial posting date to be considered. Please be aware of recruiting scams. We’ll only contact you from an @pluralsight.com email or verified channels. 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