Employee Relations Business Partner (Retail)

de legal compliance and adherence to Apple policies is met in a consistent, objective and fair fashion that fosters the Credo. This is accomplished by a deep partnership with the Centers of Excellence's (COE's).

Responsibilities

• Identify, analyze and implement resolutions to complex and highly sensitive employee relations issues, including unusual situations where precedents for resolution are unavailable.

• Advise and influence market leadership teams regarding critical and complex employee relations decisions, e.g. harassment, business conduct, terminations, and HR policies, guidelines and practices. These decisions may have critical impact on the organization and involve a large degree of risk.

• Evaluate and review employee related decisions in response to employee concerns. Conduct investigations regarding potential misconduct and policy violations.

• Conduct workplace violence assessments and implement response plans as needed.

• Develop, communicate and implement company-wide employee relations programs, policies, and procedures.

• Conduct investigations with varied levels of complexity.

• Conduct training for HR, ER and line management on employee relations topics.

• Use ER metrics with clients to determine trends and develop proactive strategies to cultivate positive ER in the business.

Minimum Qualifications

• 7-12+ years HR experience in employee relations

• Deep expertise in conducting investigations and skilled at documentation related to investigations

• Knowledge of local, state and federal employment laws and regulations

• Experienced in balancing multiple priorities, stakeholders and work streams across markets

• Ability to travel 20-30%

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to work independently, including the ability to organize, plan, and prioritize

• Ability to build strong partnerships and work collaboratively with managers and HR colleagues Demonstrated command skills and an ability to influence others

• Exceptional communication skills including effective listening, writing and presentation

• Large corporation HR/ER experience

Pay & Benefits

At Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $124,100 and $186,500, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple's discretionary employee stock programs. Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple's Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You'll also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, reimbursement for certain educational expenses - including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation. Learn more about Apple Benefits.

Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.

Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We seek to promote equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant .

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