Employee Relations Manager

Location of this position is flexible anywhere TNC conducts business, including internationally.

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The mission of The Nature Conservancy (TNC) is to conserve the lands and waters upon which all life depends. As a science-based organization, we develop innovative, on-the-ground solutions to the world’s toughest environmental challenges so that people and nature can thrive. Our work is guided by our values, which include a commitment to diversity and respect for people, communities, and cultures. From a rewarding mission to career development and flexible schedules, there are many reasons to love life #insideTNC. Want to know more? Check out our TNC Talent playlist on YouTube to hear stories from staff or visit Glassdoor.

One of TNC’s primary goals is to cultivate an inclusive work environment so that employees around the globe have a sense of belonging and feel that their unique contributions are valued. We know we’ll only achieve our mission by hiring and engaging a diverse staff that reflects the communities in which we work. Recognizing that people bring talent and skills that have been developed outside the scope of a job, we take a holistic approach to recruitment that considers life experience in addition to the professional requirements listed in our postings. Please apply – we’d love to hear from you. To quote a popular saying at TNC, “you’ll join for the mission, and you’ll stay for the people.”

As a key member of the Employee Relations and Engagement team, the Employee Relations Manager, will be front and center in ensuring that treatment of employees is fair, respectful, and aligned with our TNC Values and Code of Conduct wherever we work. The Employee Relations Manager will lead internal workplace investigations into employee concerns of unprofessional behavior and general employee relations. They will oversee compliance programs and partner with colleagues across HR Management, Ethics and Compliance, and Business Units to develop and implement proactive solutions to ensure compliance and fostering a positive, productive, and respectful work environment.

This is a remote position that will be required be a fully participative team member and that will report to the Director of Employee Relations and Engagement.

Are you looking for a career where you can combine your people service skills while helping nature? Guided by science, TNC creates innovative, on-the-ground solutions to our world’s toughest challenges so that people and nature can thrive together. The Employee Relations and Engagement team connects TNCs mission to our workplaces by striving for a work environment where we can all show up as our authentic selves every day. We’re looking for a passionate, motivated problem-solver who accepts that challenge and can thrive in a high volume, fast paced environment. If this sounds like the career for you, come join TNC and apply today!

• Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 5 years Human Resources work experience in Employee Relations or equivalent combination.
• Experience in leading internal workplace investigations to include; fact finding, analyzing/interpreting data, determining conclusions, formulating observations and recommendations, and communicating outcomes to a variety of stakeholders.
• Experience with compliance programs and strong knowledge of US employment laws. International employment laws a plus.
• Experience handling highly sensitive and confidential information in a manner that inspires confidence and trust.
• Experience in executing against multiple high priority, time-sensitive employee relations cases through exceptional organizational, prioritization, and time management skills.
• Experience working in a matrix work environment with the ability to influence and promote an inclusive and equitable workplace while demonstrating organizational values.
• Experience in the following areas: database management and spreadsheet software; constructing, and producing reports; data input, manipulation, and analysis.
• Experience working with MS Office software, including Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint.
• Experience working with integrated Human Resources Management Systems to document and track employee relations concerns, investigation outcomes, and using data to evaluate trends.
• Willingness and ability to accommodate work hours over domestic and international time zones and to travel up to 20% of work time both domestically and internationally.

Since 1951, TNC has been doing work you can believe in. Through grassroots action, we have grown from a small non-profit into one of the most effective and wide-reaching environmental organizations in the world. Thanks to more than 1 million members, over 400 scientists, and the dedicated efforts of our diverse staff and partners, we impact conservation around the world!

TNC offers a competitive, comprehensive benefits package including health care benefits, flexible spending accounts, a 401(k) plan with an 8% employer match, parental leave, accrued paid time off, life insurance, disability coverage, employee assistance program, other life and work well-being benefits. Learn more about our benefits on our Culture Tab on nature.org/careers.

We’re proud to offer a flexible work environment that supports of the health and well-being of the people we employ.

The Nature Conservancy offers a competitive, comprehensive benefits package including; health care benefits, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan including employer match, accrued paid time off (including annual, personal, and sick leave), life insurance, disability coverage, employee assistance program, other life and work wellness benefits. Benefits may be subject to generally applicable eligibility, waiting period, contribution, and other requirements and conditions. Learn more about our benefits at nature.org/careers. We’re proud to offer a work-environment that is supportive of the health, wellness, and flexibility needs of the people we employ.

The starting pay range for a candidate selected for this position is generally within the range of $73,000 – $112,000 for annual base salary. This range only applies to candidates whose country of employment is the USA. Where a successful candidate’s actual pay will fall within this range will be based on a variety of factors, including, for example, the candidate's location, qualifications, specific skills, and experience. Please note countries outside the USA would have a different pay range in the local currency based on the local labor market, and not tied to USA pay or ranges. Your geographic location will be confirmed during the recruitment.

To apply for job ID 54145, submit your materials online by using the Apply Now button at https://careers.nature.org/. Need help applying? Visit our recruitment page or contact applyhelp@tnc.org.

The Nature Conservancy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our commitment to diversity includes the recognition that our conservation mission is best advanced by the leadership and contributions of people of diverse backgrounds, beliefs and culture. Recruiting and mentoring staff to create an inclusive organization that reflects our global character is a priority and we encourage applicants from all cultures, races, colors, religions, sexes, national or regional origins, ages, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity, military, protected veteran status or other status protected by law.

The successful applicant must meet the requirements of The Nature Conservancy's background screening process.

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An attractive salary and benefits package is part of TNC’s value proposition to our employees. TNC strives to provide competitive pay and bases salaries on the geographic location of the role committing to being equitable across groups and providing hiring salary ranges when possible.

Since we support flexible and remote work for our employees, many positions have a flexible location within countries where we’re registered as a Non-government Organization and established as an employer. This may mean we’re unable to provide a hiring salary range in the posting for some of our positions. However, candidates invited to be part of our interview process will be provided their location specific range upon request.