Employee Relations Business Partner

Position:  Employee Relations Business Partner 

Company: RELX

Location: France (homebased)

Languages required: French, English, Other European languages would be a significant benefit

About Us

RELX is a global provider of information-based analytics and decision tools for professional and business customers, enabling them to make better decisions, get better results and be more productive. Our purpose is to benefit society by developing products that help researchers advance scientific knowledge; doctors and nurses improve the lives of patients; lawyers promote the rule of law and achieve justice and fair results for their clients; businesses and governments prevent fraud; consumers access financial services and get fair prices on insurance; and customers learn about markets and complete transactions. Our purpose guides our actions beyond the products that we develop. It defines us as a company. Every day across RELX our employees are inspired to undertake initiatives that make unique contributions to society and the communities in which we operate.

About the Role

The Employee Relations Partner (ERP) will provide day-to-day guidance, coaching, and support to management and colleagues regarding employee relations issues, performance behaviours, interpretations of employment laws, and policies and procedures. The ERP will review and ensure that actions and decisions are appropriate, equitable, and compliant with policy and legislation in France.

Responsibilities:

• Provide consultation, guidance, and coaching to People Leaders to address employee behaviour and performance concerns.

• Guide and assist with the development and delivery of appropriate feedback or corrective/disciplinary actions.

• Analyse information to identify the root causes of problems and propose realistic and practical solutions based on knowledge and understanding of the organization and its operating environment

• Apply discretion and sound judgment while leading sophisticated processes, decisions, and handling sensitive information

• Advise and influence all levels of management around complex employee relations decisions, such as performance management, business conduct, terminations, restructuring, and policies, guidelines, and practices

• Maintain relevant documentation and records in line with legal and company requirements for each process, including intake and investigative notes, supporting documents, and final reports in a secure case management tool

• Ensure that investigations are thorough and include an understanding of the allegations, appropriate interviews, analysis and documentation, and recommendations for conclusion and course of action

• Provide training on Employee Relations topics

Experience Required:

• Possess significant experience in an Employee Relations or similar role, with a strong understanding of relevant employment law, policies, and procedures for France and other EMEA geographies

• Demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with employees, managers, HR colleagues and stakeholders

• Exhibit strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to manage complex employee relations cases

• Work independently and as part of a team, with a proactive and positive approach to work. This is a full-time role

• Hold a relevant HR degree or equivalent HR qualification

Competencies/Attributes:

• Demonstrate excellent knowledge of current employment law and standard methodologies in Employee Relations policies, principles, and procedures

• Advise a range of team members on Employee Relations issues, balancing legal compliance with business needs

• Convey opinions and recommendations persuasively, both verbally and in writing

• Remain tactful, calm, and persuasive in controversial and/or confrontational situations

• Utilise effective analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to organize and analyse data

• Exhibit exceptional coaching, facilitation, and conflict resolution skills

• Maintain strong customer relationship skills with a customer service-centric approach

• Communicate empathetically and diplomatically, demonstrating an understanding of each stakeholder's specific situation and maintaining high integrity and confidentiality

• Establish cross-functional relationships at all levels and geographies, establishing credibility with stakeholders

• Manage and be accountable for multiple projects and caseloads within required SLAs or better, working independently

• Language successful candidate will be proficient in French and English. Other European languages would be a significant benefit

Work in a way that works for you

We promote a healthy work/life balance across the organisation. We offer an appealing working prospect for our people. With numerous wellbeing initiatives, shared parental leave, study assistance and sabbaticals, we will help you meet your immediate responsibilities and your long-term goals.

• Working flexible hours - flexing the times when you work in the day to help you fit everything in and work when you are the most productive

We know your well-being and happiness are key to a long and successful career. We are delighted to offer country specific benefits. Click here to access benefits specific to your location.

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