Lead Employee Relations Partner

Provide hands-on support for employment practices, advising on local requirements and partnering with Legal to manage risk and employee concerns Demonstrate working familiarity with employment framework and engagement with labor authorities and institutions and with guidance from internal and external counsel Support awareness of and participation in labor law requirements, including required committees, audit readiness, and documentation practices Act as a point of contact for employee relations needs, including terminations, voluntary separations, and employee questions related to workplace practices Serve as a trusted advisor to managers and HR Business Partners across regions on employee relations matters, with a strong focus on performance management, leader coaching, disciplinary actions, and terminations Partner with Legal, People Operations, and HRBPs to develop and apply ER policies and processes consistently across regions Support routine to moderately complex investigations through intake, coordination, and resolution Identify ER trends and opportunities for proactive interventions that improve consistency, reduce risk, and enhance the employee experience Support ER needs during organizational changes, restructures, and offboarding 8+ years of progressive experience in employee relations, HR, or a related field Strong ER experience in the United States; experience supporting additional regions Demonstrated strength in performance management, leader coaching, and managing sensitive employee issues Bachelor's degree in human resources, business, or a related field, or equivalent experience Sound judgment, strong communication skills, and the ability to influence across levels Spanish language proficiency a plus Experience supporting employee relations and employment practices in Mexico Working familiarity with Mexican labor concepts and structures (e.g., LFT, STPS audits, IMSS processes, INFONAVIT), with the ability to engage productively with Legal partners