Employee Relations Manager- Walser Automotive Corporate - Edina

Come join our Walser family! Our company has been a pioneer in the automotive industry with over 65 years of service. We believe in Family, Career and Diversity. We show that through progressive, family-focused benefits and perks, compelling career paths, and a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and belonging.

Compensation: $75K-$90K per year

How do our Employee Relations Managers Drive Impact?

As the Employee Relations Manager your objectives are to ensure Walser provides fair, equitable and consistent treatment to all employees, creating an engaged and safe work environment. And ensuring that all Walser policies, procedures, and protocols support this goal and align with Walser’s objectives and complies with all local, state, and federal regulations as it pertains to employment related matters.

As a senior member of the ER team – mentor all employees on the broader HR team

Continuous HR / ER project management

Run, review, analyze all employee reports required for the ER team

Collaborate with team to ensure we provide high level support to all Walser Employees in any defined client group (Store/Corporate/Affiliate)

Partners with other HR (L&D, Recruiting, Total Rewards, DE&I), Safety & Risk and Legal teams to provide quality service to business leaders across the organization

Build strong partnerships with business leaders to support the needs and demands of the business as it relates to people

Support a culture of servant leadership from all leaders across the organization

Identify high performers and create learning opportunities and succession plans to support growth and development

Advise and coach leaders on people related matters, difficult conversations, and investigations

Coach and mentor employees; support employees with career counseling, advise on growth and development opportunities

Conduct thorough investigations on employee related matters, issues, and concerns

Partner with leaders on matters of performance and discipline; performance improvement plans and progressive discipline

Direct onsite support of leaders at dealership and affiliate business locations

Identify engagement initiatives – support ongoing engagement efforts

Review internal processes and make recommendations for improvements and drive solutions that support objectives and goals

Support annual succession planning platform – optimize succession plan for internal moves and promotions

Provide guidance and support to Walser Employee Resource Groups

Policy interpretation – understand and advise on all company policies, procedures and protocols

Management of unemployment process; responding to claims, attend hearings

Leave Management, FMLA, personal leave, COVID, WC

Embrace and exhibit Walser CORE values

All other duties, tasks and/or projects as assigned

We're Looking For:

• 5 (plus) years progressive HR experience with a bachelor’s degree in HR management, organizational development, or related field; or equivalent education, training and experience
• Strong knowledge of HR policies, practices, and employment law
• Ability to create, develop and write company policies
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail, able to juggle and prioritize multiple tasks simultaneously while delivering on commitments
• Strong business acumen with the ability to adapt HR knowledge to support changing business needs
• Skill in investigating, evaluating and mitigating risk associated with adverse employee related situations
• Strong problem resolution capabilities, ability to think outside the box to resolve complex employee related matters
• Ability to establish credibility with leaders with strong influencing and effective coaching skills
• Exceptional interpersonal skills, with the ability to articulate a clear message
• Proficient computer skills with the ability to run and manipulate reports and analyze data
• Must have a valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.

What We Offer:

• Medical, Dental, Vision coverage & HSA/FSA
• Paid Parental Leave (Maternity, Paternity, Adoption)
• Adoption Assistance Program
• Life Insurance and 401K with Employer Match
• Pet insurance and Employee discounts
• Access to our Employee Resource Groups, such as: Women of Walser, Drive with Pride and Asian Hmong Alliance
• The opportunity to volunteer through the Walser Foundation -The Walser Foundation: Our Community Mission - YouTube

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $75,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

• Edina, MN 55435: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person