Employee Relations Manager

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This role will take ownership of employee relations, disciplinary processes, workplace conflict resolution, employee concerns, and related policies , while partnering closely with management and HR teams to promote a positive and respectful working environment. Key Responsibilities: Employee Relations & Disciplinary Management - Develop, implement, and continuously improve employee relations and disciplinary policies and procedures . - Ensure disciplinary processes are applied fairly, consistently, and transparently across the organization. - Oversee the management and communication of disciplinary cases, ensuring appropriate actions are taken in line with company policies and labor legislation. - Provide guidance and support to managers and employees on disciplinary and employee relations matters. Employee Concerns & Conflict Resolution - Manage the receipt, investigation, and resolution of employee complaints, grievances, and claims . - Lead the investigation and resolution of workplace conflicts and challenging employee relations cases. - Establish regular communication channels with employees, actively listen to their feedback and concerns, and coordinate appropriate actions. - Promote a workplace culture based on fairness, respect, trust, and open communication . Compliance & Risk Management - Ensure disciplinary procedures and internal rules comply with applicable labor legislation and company policies . - Monitor legislative changes and ensure relevant policies and procedures are updated accordingly. - Maintain appropriate documentation and confidentiality throughout employee relations processes. - Identify trends and potential risks and recommend preventive actions to management. Leadership & Reporting - Lead and develop the team responsible for employee relations and disciplinary matters . - Set priorities, monitor performance, and support the professional development of team members. - Prepare and present regular reports, insights, and recommendations to management on employee relations and disciplinary matters. - Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Law, Psychology , or a related field. - 5+ years of experience in employee relations, HR, labor relations, or a similar role. - Strong knowledge of labor legislation, disciplinary procedures, and employee relations practices . - Proven experience handling complex employee relations cases, investigations, grievances, and workplace conflicts . - Strong communication, negotiation, problem-solving, and conflict-resolution skills. - High level of confidentiality, integrity, fairness, and sound judgment. - Strong ability to work with employees and management at all levels. - Experience managing and developing a team is an advantage. - Fluency in Azerbaijani and English; Russian is an advantage.