Your role

　　Are you an expert in workplace issues? Do you want to help us provide HR advice and solutions to our colleagues?

　　We're looking for an Employee Relations Director to:

　　• investigate complex HR matters ranging from employee concern, complaints, and disputes to facilitate resolutions

　　• advise HR colleagues on HR matters relating to performance management, family and medical leave, health-related issues and claims of unfair treatment

　　• support workplace issues and disciplinary actions including terminations, warnings and grievances

　　• advise on workforce strategy (reductions, acquisitions or divestitures).

　　• coordinate development and delivery of training on professional conduct and dignity at work practices

　　• partner with Employment Legal, supporting the development and governance of policies and procedures

　　Join us

　　At UBS, we embrace flexible ways of working when the role permits. We offer different working arrangements like part-time, job-sharing and hybrid (office and home) working. Our purpose-led culture and global infrastructure help us connect, collaborate, and work together in agile ways to meet all our business needs.

　　From gaining new experiences in different roles to acquiring fresh knowledge and skills, we know that great work is never done alone. We know that it's our people, with their unique backgrounds, skills, experience levels and interests, who drive our ongoing success. Together we're more than ourselves. Ready to be part of #teamUBS and make an impact?

　　Disclaimer / Policy Statements

　　UBS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We respect and seek to empower each individual and support the diverse cultures, perspectives, skills and experiences within our workforce.

　　Your team

　　You'll be working in the Employee Relations team in either New York or Weehawken office primarily investigating workplace concerns and complaints. We make sure our employees are in a safe and fair environment. We advise on company policies and disciplinary actions. As an Employee Relations Director, you'll play an important role in proactively driving a positive culture, delivering strategic ER solutions to promote and uphold good behavior and protect our brand.

　　Your expertise

　　• held similar role as an Employee Relations Specialist, ideally for 5-7 years within financial services

　　• law degree or equivalent focusing on US employment law preferred

　　• proven experience in conducting HR investigations on workplace issues

　　• strong understanding and knowledge of HR policies and US employment laws

　　• collaborate with cross-functional teams on projects on global and regional level

　　• excellent written and verbal communication skills

　　• strong conflict resolution and mediation skills, with the ability to remain impartial and objective

　　• ability to maintain sensitive and confidential information on HR related matters

　　About us

　　UBS is the world's largest and the only truly global wealth manager. We operate through four business divisions: Global Wealth Management, Personal & Corporate Banking, Asset Management and the Investment Bank. Our global reach and the breadth of our expertise set us apart from our competitors..

　　We have a presence in all major financial centers in more than 50 countries.