Senior Associate - Employee Relations

At EY, we’re all in to shape your future with confidence.We’ll help you succeed in a globally connected powerhouse of diverse teams and take your career wherever you want it to go.Join EY and help to build a better working world.Senior Associate– Employee RelationsFunction Description:Employee Relations function is a Centre of Excellence function within the Talent organisation of EY Global Delivery Services (GDS). Employee Relations CoE works in close partnership with Strategic Talent Consultant function, GDS Ethics Office as well as GDS General Counsel’s Office and is primarily responsible for managing complex/sensitive ER incidents. The function continuously monitors the ER risk profile of the Firm and develop/deploy strategies to manage the same. ER CoE is also responsible to project manage Talent special projects and is the custodian of all Talent Policies.Job description:Provide guidance to Talent Consultants and Business Leaders in managing wide range of Employee Relation issues, including Code of conduct breaches, Performance lapses, Discrimination allegations, Workplace harassment allegations, Integrity issues etc, and ensure resolution of the same with minimal risk exposure to the Firm and its professionals.Assist in conducting workplace investigations into sensitive Employee Relations matters. This involves facilitating and documenting Investigation interviews, analysing evidence and drafting investigation findings reports.Maintain ER Incident data base, identify trends and thereby assist Talent leadership in developing appropriate strategies and initiatives to proactively mitigate ER risk exposures.Actively participate in special projects undertaken by EY GDS Employee Relations Centre of ExcellenceTo qualify for the role, you must have:Education : Master of Human Resource Management or Master of Business Administration with HR specialisation or Bachelor in Legislative Law (LLB)Experience : 4 - 6 years of experience of Human Resources, with at least 2 years experience in Employee Relations or Employment Law, preferably in Big Fours or Leading IT services/Consulting Firms.Should possess exceptional written skills, specifically legal writing, as well as oral communication skills.Should have strong knowledge of Indian employment law and regulations.Should have the capability to apply discretion and make sound judgement, even in highly stressful and emotional scenarios.Should have the ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive informationShould be able to navigate through complex, difficult, and ambiguous situations.What We OfferEY Global Delivery Services (GDS) is a dynamic and truly global delivery network. We work across six locations – Argentina, China, India, the Philippines, Poland and the UK – and with teams from all EY service lines, geographies and sectors, playing a vital role in the delivery of the EY growth strategy. From accountants to coders to advisory consultants, we offer a wide variety of fulfilling career opportunities that span all business disciplines. In GDS, you will collaborate with EY teams on exciting projects and work with well-known brands from across the globe. We’ll introduce you to an ever-expanding ecosystem of people, learning, skills and insights that will stay with you throughout your career.Continuous learning: You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.Success as defined by you: We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.Transformative leadership: We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.Diverse and inclusive culture: You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.EY | Building a better working world EY is building a better working world by creating new value for clients, people, society and the planet, while building trust in capital markets.Enabled by data, AI and advanced technology, EY teams help clients shape the future with confidence and develop answers for the most pressing issues of today and tomorrow.EY teams work across a full spectrum of services in assurance, consulting, tax, strategy and transactions. Fueled by sector insights, a globally connected, multi-disciplinary network and diverse ecosystem partners, EY teams can provide services in more than 150 countries and territories.