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Apple

2mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Expert Level
  • Legal
    People, HR & Administration
  • Austin

AI generated summary

  • You need 10+ years in HR, 7+ in investigations, knowledge of employment law, strong communication and interpersonal skills, discretion, and the ability to manage multiple urgent tasks.
  • You will handle complex investigations, advise senior leaders, address escalations, conduct Decision Reviews, maintain case accuracy, manage ER projects, and provide training for team members.

Requirements

  • 10+ years related HR experience
  • 7+ years experience leading investigation and resolution of sensitive and complicated employee relations issues
  • Knowledge of local, state, and federal employment law and regulations
  • Superb communication skills including effective listening, clear and concise writing and presentation
  • Consistently exhibits levels of discretion, integrity and confidentiality
  • Proven interpersonal skills to negotiate, influence, and resolve issues at all levels in the organization and in collaboration with dynamic partners
  • Strong time management and prioritizing ability to balance multiple urgent assignments simultaneously

Responsibilities

  • Handle complex investigations (i.e. advanced, high risk/profile, critical impact, numerous parties)
  • Advise and inform senior leaders/partners (e.g. the business, People, Legal) in investigating and resolving assigned cases
  • Address executive escalations as assigned
  • Conduct sophisticated Decision Reviews
  • Maintain accurate case entry practices
  • Own/participate in ER projects as assigned
  • Drive ER activity for business initiatives as assigned
  • Partner with ER Leaders to provide training and mentoring for ER Business Partners
  • Participate in calibration dialog to ensure consistency of practices

FAQs

What is the role of an Employee Relations Business Partner at Apple?

The Employee Relations Business Partner (ERBP) conducts sophisticated investigations and provides advice regarding employee relations matters to executives, managers, and employees, ensuring legal compliance and adherence to Apple policies.

What are the key objectives of the ERBP team?

The key objectives include ensuring legal compliance and adherence to Apple policies in a consistent, objective, and fair manner while fostering the Apple Credo.

What qualifications are required for this position?

The minimum qualifications include 10+ years of related HR experience, 7+ years of experience leading investigations of sensitive employee relations issues, knowledge of employment law, and excellent communication skills.

Is prior experience in conducting investigations necessary?

Yes, 7+ years of experience leading the investigation and resolution of sensitive and complicated employee relations issues is required.

What skills are preferred for this role?

Preferred skills include proven interpersonal skills for negotiating and resolving issues, as well as strong time management and prioritizing abilities to balance multiple urgent assignments.

Will the Employee Relations Business Partner handle executive escalations?

Yes, the ERBP will address executive escalations as assigned.

Does Apple promote diversity and inclusion in hiring?

Yes, Apple is committed to inclusion and diversity, ensuring equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.

What kind of training opportunities are available for ER Business Partners?

The ERBP will partner with ER Leaders to provide training and mentoring for other ER Business Partners.

How many weekly hours are expected for this position?

The expected weekly hours for this position are 40 hours.

What is the role of the ERBP in relation to the Centers of Excellence?

The ERBP will partner closely with the Centers of Excellence (COEs) to ensure effective handling of employee relations matters and legal compliance.

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Apple

Technology
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1976
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

We’re a diverse collective of thinkers and doers, continually reimagining what’s possible to help us all do what we love in new ways. And the same innovation that goes into our products also applies to our practices — strengthening our commitment to leave the world better than we found it. This is where your work can make a difference in people’s lives. Including your own. Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity.