Employee Relations Specialist

Gopuff

Employee Relations Specialist managing complex employee relations matters and supporting business leaders. Collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and foster a fair work environment.

Posted 7/17/2026full-timeChicago • Illinois • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $65,000 - $95,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Employee Relations, including conducting investigations, coaching management, and ensuring compliance with employment laws. Proficient in conflict resolution and effective communication, with a strong foundation in US employment laws and investigation methodologies.

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Employee RelationsInvestigation MethodologiesCalifornia State Employment LawsConflict ResolutionCoaching Management

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Hard Skills

End-to-End Investigation MethodologiesSummary WritingUS Employment LawsFMLAADAEEOTitle VIIPerformance ManagementCorrective Action ProcessesPolicy Interpretation

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsCommunication SkillsEmotional IntelligenceAnalytical SkillsTime Management

Tools & Technologies

ThinkLPGoogle Suite

Industry Keywords

HR ExperienceEmployee GrievancesCompliance RisksField OperationsTravel Requirements

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Conducts investigations of complaints and concerns, including allegations of policy violations, working conditions, disciplinary actions, and employee grievances, including harassment, discrimination, retaliation, etc.
Make recommendations on the appropriate course of action in partnership with the key stakeholders for Employee Relations issues.
Document findings and write investigation summaries to be maintained in ThinkLP.
Coach and advise all levels of management through employee relations matters (e.g. performance management, corrective action processes, policy interpretation, conflict resolution, terminations, etc).
Monitor and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws, and Identify emerging employee relations and compliance risks and coordinate with appropriate stakeholders to support timely mitigation.
Perform other related duties as required.
Must be willing to travel at least 90% of the time to visit sites in your region.

Requirements

What you’ll need

3-5 years of HR experience, with at least 1 year in Employee Relations, investigations, and supporting field operations.
Prior experience supporting California-based operations and familiarity with California state employment laws.
Bachelor’s degree preferred.
Professional fluency in Spanish, preferred
Proven expertise in end-to-end investigation methodologies *(interviewing, evidence gathering, summary writing)* and a strong foundation in US employment laws *(FMLA, ADA, EEO, Title VII).*
Proven ability to effectively coach employees and management through complex and difficult issues, including making recommendations to effectively resolve issues.
Ability to work cross-functionally with various departments.
Able to multitask, prioritize, and manage time efficiently.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build trust, exercise high emotional intelligence, and handle sensitive, confidential information.
Strong analytical and conflict-resolution skills, with a track record of making sound, unbiased decisions under pressure.
Proficiency in computer usage, email, and Google Suite

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
HSA or FSA eligibility
Long and Short-Term Disability Insurance
Fitness Reimbursement Program
25% employee discount & FAM Membership
Flexible PTO
Group Life Insurance
EAP through AllOne Health (formerly Carebridge)