Employee Relations Manager, Emea

We are seeking an Employee Relations People Partner to drive and promote a strong culture of positive employee relations at Teradata. Reporting to the Global ER & EMEA People Partner Leader, this experienced professional will collaborate closely with People Org Partners and Centers of Excellence (COE), Legal, and business stakeholders to ensure excellence in day-to-day ER and compliance. This hands-on role involves providing guidance to managers and employees on People and ER issues within the EMEA region, fostering a positive and ethical workplace environment.

**Responsibilities**:
Employee Relations
Support the evolution of the ER function including developing and implementing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), metrics and best practices for the function
Support the day-to-day operations of various ER programs, compliance and initiatives:
Investigate highly sensitive ER issues, conduct interviews, collect evidence, and prepare comprehensive reports with objective recommendations based on findings
Collaborate with decision-makers, People Org Partners, and Legal on critical elements of compliance and investigations to determine best mitigating outcomes
Promote awareness among managers and employees about ethics and compliance related to People policies to foster culture of positive ER
Facilitate conflict resolution between employees and managers by understanding perspectives and guiding towards solutions
Provide consultation on complex Performance Management issues, including Performance Improvement Plans (PIPs), exit strategies, and involuntary separations
Consult and mentor managers and in-Region People Partner team on HR compliance policies and regulatory issues
Represent the company at Works Councils, mediations, and in employment-related complaints with state and federal agencies
Manage the execution of reductions in force notifications and separation agreements
Maintain the ER case management system (ServiceNow)
Stay updated on trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and employment law
Build global knowledge and capability for managing ER issues
Policies/Guidelines & Compliance
Audit and refine existing processes to ensure compliance with policies, laws, and company initiatives
Support the development of global and regional policies and employee law requirements
Partner with Legal to ensure policies and practices comply with applicable laws and regulations
Continuously improve regional guidelines and maintain a compliance repository for easy access
Projects
Participate in People Org related projects and programs relating to compliance, employee relations, and team member engagement
Requirements/Experience
6+ years of HR, Legal or ER experience in a large, international, fast-paced organization
Bachelor’s degree in HR, Legal, Business or other related discipline
Experience working with a global company with experience/exposure to relevant in-region employment laws/regulations
Proven knowledge and experience with employee relations/compliance within the EMEA region
Proven knowledge and experience with Works Councils in countries like France (required), Germany, Austria and/or Spain (preferred)
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to interact and communicate verbally and in writing effectively within the team and at all levels of the organization
Experience in building trusting relationships
Experience working with or in support of diverse communities
Proven experience conducting internal ER investigations at all levels
Ability to maintain neutrality and calm demeanor in tense/conflict-ridden situations
Experience providing coaching to employees & managers, offering feedback and advice on issues in a proactive and compassionate manner
Strong critical thinking and analytical skills, especially in complex and nuanced situations
Ability to work in a fast-paced, rapidly changing environment
Strong execution skills
Hands-on manner
**Language skills**: English and French fluent in verbal and writing, any other language like German and/or Spanish would be an add-on
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