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Assistant Manager – Employee Relations

Function 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:

• Conduct workplace investigations into sensitive Employee Relations matters. This involves facilitating and documenting Investigation interviews, analysing evidence and drafting investigation findings reports.

• Partner with Senior ER professionals in providing 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.

• 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 Excellence

To qualify for the role, you must have:

• Education : Master’s Degree in Human Resource Management or Business Administration with HR specialisation or Bachelor in Legislative Law (LLB)

• Experience : 6 - 10 years of experience of Human Resources, with at least 4 years experience in Employment Law, preferably in Big Fours or Leading IT services/Consulting Firms.

• Should have strong knowledge of Indian employment law and regulations, especially related to conduct of disciplinary procedures, work-place investigations, employment litigation procedures etc.

• Should possess exceptional written skills, specifically legal writing, as well as oral communication skills.

• 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 information

• Should be able to navigate through complex, difficult, and ambiguous situations.

What we offer

EY Global Delivery Services (GDS) is a dynamic and truly global delivery network. We work across eight locations – Argentina, Hungary, India, Mexico, Philippines, Poland, Spain and Sri Lanka – 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.

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