Employee Relations Investigator

General Motors

Employee Relations Investigator conducting misconduct and policy investigations for General Motors. Managing fact-finding, analysis, interviews, and reports to support fair, compliant workplace outcomes.

Posted 9/4/2026full-timeWarren • Missouri • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $105,000 - $140,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in conducting impartial workplace investigations, including discrimination and harassment cases, while maintaining confidentiality and adhering to professional standards. Proficient in drafting clear investigation reports and collaborating effectively across various organizational functions.

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Workplace InvestigationsReport WritingCross-Functional CollaborationCritical ThinkingHuman Resources Experience

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Hard Skills

Investigation ProtocolsFact-FindingAnalytical SkillsInternal Control EvaluationPolicy ComplianceInterview TechniquesCase DocumentationProcess ImprovementConfidentiality MaintenanceDiscrimination Policy Knowledge

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationInterpersonal SkillsManagerial CourageOrganizational SkillsRelationship Building

Industry Keywords

Human ResourcesCorporate InvestigationsLabor RelationsComplianceAutomotive Industry Knowledge

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform impartial, fact-based investigations of suspected misconduct and policy violations, including discrimination, harassment, retaliation, bullying, and Winning with Integrity policy violations
Own the end-to-end investigation process from planning through closure, including fact-finding, analysis, and report writing
Develop investigative plans covering scope, participant lists, and timelines
Execute and document investigations according to professional standards and GM investigation protocols
Communicate investigation results clearly and promptly to HR, leaders, Legal, and other stakeholders
Collaborate cross-functionally with HR, Labor Relations, Legal, Audit, Security, Operations, and other constituencies
Partner with HR Policy on post-investigation strategies, employment-action equity, and proactive training to mitigate future risk
Draft clear, concise, high-quality investigation reports synthesizing facts, policy standards, analysis, and conclusions
Manage cases from assignment through fact-finding, analysis, and report completion while balancing urgency and quality
Maintain accurate and timely case documentation, handle and store evidence appropriately, comply with record-retention requirements, and apply investigation quality standards consistently
Evaluate internal controls and procedures to identify gaps or process improvements related to people, policy, or culture
Recommend investigative-process changes to improve efficiency and effectiveness
Maintain confidentiality and communicate openly, honestly, and promptly with personnel involved in investigations and projects

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, Industrial/Organizational Psychology, Criminal Justice, or a related field, or a minimum of 5 years of equivalent experience
At least 5 years of professional experience in Human Resources, Corporate Global Investigations, Labor Relations, Legal, or Compliance
Minimum of 3 years conducting workplace investigations into discrimination, harassment, retaliation, and other policy violations
Ability to identify and develop sources of information relative to the subject of the investigation
Ability to conduct effective informational and interrogatory interviews with reporters, subjects, and witnesses at all levels of the organization
Ability to evaluate systems of internal control and related procedures to identify potential gaps or process improvements
Ability to recommend changes in investigative processes while maintaining quality standards
Maintain open, honest, and timely communication with personnel involved in investigations/projects
Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information
Managerial courage demonstrated through effective, direct, and respectful communication
Ability to collaborate, build relationships, gain credibility, and partner effectively within a matrixed organization
Ability to investigate objectively
Critical thinking and ability to present the best course of action succinctly
Exceptional organizational, analytical, leadership, and interpersonal skills
Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple complex investigations concurrently
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including drafting clear, concise investigation reports and summaries
Demonstrated ability to handle high-risk, sensitive matters with discretion, judgment, and composure
Knowledge of the automotive industry environment and business needs is a plus
Experience working with represented/hourly workforces, such as a UAW or similar union environment, is a plus
GM does not provide immigration-related sponsorship; applicants must not require GM immigration sponsorship now or in the future

Benefits

Comp & perks

Incentive pay program with payouts based on company performance, job level, and individual performance
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Health Savings Account
Flexible Spending Accounts
Retirement savings plan
Sickness and accident benefits
Life insurance
Paid vacation and holidays
Tuition assistance programs
Employee assistance program
GM vehicle discounts