Director, Corporate Employee Relations & Global HR Policy

Foot Locker

12d ago

Job
Full-time
Senior Level
Government & Politics
People, HR & Administration
Tampa

AI generated summary

You need a relevant degree, 8+ years in HR/legal roles, strong communication and judgment skills, 5+ years in compliance, and experience in HR policies, audits, and managing HR teams. SHRM-SCP or SPHR preferred.
You will develop and execute employee relations strategies, manage investigations, advise on HR issues, analyze trends, ensure compliance, and oversee policy implementation and risk assessment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business Administration, or a related field.
8+ years of experience in human resources or employment legal-related roles of progressively increasing responsibility
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders at all levels.
Demonstrated ability to maintain appropriate confidentiality with regard to highly confidential and sensitive information
Demonstrated ability to provide objective guidance on complex situations
Demonstrated ability to make judgment calls and sound, ethical decisions displaying a heightened level of responsibility, integrity, and professionalism.
Proficiency in analyzing HR metrics and utilizing data to inform decision-making.
5+ years of experience in a role involving HR compliance
3-5+ years of experience directly managing other HR professionals
Demonstrated success in developing and implementing effective HR policies and procedures.
Prior experience in building or managing HR risk assessment programs
Prior experience in conducting audits of HR processes and programs
Comprehensive knowledge of federal, state, provincial and local employment laws, and regulations.
SHRM-SCP or SPHR certification

Responsibilities

Develops, maintains, and executes comprehensive employee relations strategies, policies, and programs aligned with the company's values, goals, and applicable laws and regulations.
Working with key stakeholders in business-facing HR and Talent Management, establishes and implements training and development programs to enhance skills and capabilities of our corporate leaders regarding employee relations best practices, strategies, conflict resolution, and respectful workplace conduct.
Conducts and oversees all investigations of employee relations issues for all corporate functions, employing best investigation practices and tracking and managing all investigation records through the NAVEX EthicsPoint system.
Provides expertise and guidance to the corporate functions to manage any reorganizations, RIFs and restructures.
Reviews and guides the corporate business and HR business partners on difficult employee issues including terminations, performance management, and discipline.
Provides regular data and trends analysis to corporate business leaders to enable them to understand key employee relations issues and risks and offers ideas and strategies for proactively addressing potential issues identified.
Collaborates closely with HRBPs, other HR COEs and business partners through a consultative approach to help assess organization effectiveness, recommendations, and develop and implement integrated action plans that increase employee engagement, performance, retention, and development.
Collaborates with legal counsel on employment-related matters, government agency inquiries/complaints, and employment litigation matters to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
Partners with the Employee Relations leads for the Field and Supply Chain organizations to ensure consistent employee experience and compliant practices across the business.
Engages HR partners in EMEA and APAC to provide essential support regarding corporate HR programs that have impact in those regions.
Manages and oversees the HR Policy and Process team in:
Developing, managing and implementing all HR policies across the organization
Managing all HR compliance processes, including but not limited to accommodations (religious and disability), leaves of absence, I-9s, preboarding (including background checks and applicant drug screens), unemployment compensation
Annually reviewing all HR policies and compliance processes to evaluate effectiveness, ease of use for the business, and legal and regulatory compliance.
Builds and develops HR Auditing capability to audit compliance and program effectiveness with regard to FLSA classifications, contingent labor usage, ADA/FMLA compliance, and preboarding/onboarding compliance
Together with the Total Rewards COE, drives and manages compensation equity review on an annual basis to ensure fair compensation for all similarly-situated employees.
Builds, develops and manages an HR risk assessment and mitigation program to review and evaluate HR risks across the enterprise, using all available HR data on investigations, litigation, engagement survey results, compensation, turnover, etc. to identify problem areas for proactive mitigation.
Other duties as assigned.

FAQs

What is the primary responsibility of the Director, Corporate Employee Relations?

The primary responsibility is to provide and manage employee relations support and programs for all business functions, excluding the Field and Supply Chain organizations, and to oversee HR Policy and Process and HR Compliance functions.

Who will the Director, Corporate Employee Relations report to?

The Director will report to the Vice President, Labor and Employee Relations.

What qualifications are required for this position?

A Bachelor's degree in HR, Business Administration, or a related field is required, along with 8+ years of experience in human resources or employment legal-related roles.

Are there any preferred qualifications for this position?

Yes, preferred qualifications include 5+ years of experience in HR compliance, 3-5+ years of experience managing other HR professionals, and HR certifications such as SHRM-SCP or SPHR.

Is travel required for this position?

Yes, the position may require travel as needed.

What is the salary range for this position?

The annual base salary range is $135,000-$175,000, depending on education, experience, and market alignment.

What benefits does Foot Locker offer for this position?

Foot Locker offers benefits including employee discounts, paid time off, medical, dental and vision coverage, 401(k) options, stock purchase plans, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, opportunities for advancement, tuition reimbursement, a strong company culture, and employee resource groups.

Is there any emphasis on compliance with employment laws in this role?

Yes, overseeing compliance with applicable employment laws and regulations is a key responsibility of this role.

Will the Director work with legal counsel?

Yes, the Director will collaborate with legal counsel on employment-related matters and compliance issues.

What type of workplace conduct training is expected in this role?

The role involves establishing and implementing training programs for corporate leaders regarding employee relations best practices, conflict resolution, and respectful workplace conduct.

Foot Locker

The Heart of Sneakers

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Industry

10,001+

Employees

Mission & Purpose

Our global house-of-brands inspires and empowers youth culture. Relentlessly committed to fuel a shared passion for self-expression, we create unrivaled experiences at the heart of the sport and sneaker communities through the power of our people. If you want to be a part of something bigger than you can imagine, you’ve come to the right place. To learn more about the incredible impact we’re making on both our local and global communities, visit our Foot Locker LinkedIn Life pages. Our corporate headquarters is in New York City. We also have domestic US offices in St. Petersburg, FL; Camp Hill, PA; Chicago, IL; Junction City, KS; Oshkosh, WI; and Wausau, WI. Our European headquarters is in Vianen, NL. We also have international offices in Toronto, Brisbane, Heijen, Recklinghausen, Hong Kong, and Singapore. We play to win and succeed as a team. We attribute our success to the drive and intelligence of our team members. We have a firm belief that “everyone leads” at Foot Locker and are committed to leveraging the passions of our leaders across the globe. We offer our team members tools and resources to build their capabilities and cultivate a path for their career growth. It is through these ideals and strong leadership that we have and will continue to succeed as a great company.