Employee Relations & Ethics Manager

Cox Enterprises

. Provide guidance, support, and recommendations on employee relations issues .

Posted 11/2/2026full-timeUnited StatesJunior💰 $92,300 - $153,900 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in employee relations, ethics, and compliance, with a strong ability to conduct workplace investigations and provide strategic recommendations. Proficient in data interpretation and communication, fostering a positive employee experience while ensuring adherence to legal and ethical standards.

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Employee Relations ManagementWorkplace InvestigationsEthics And Compliance ExpertiseData Interpretation And ReportingConflict Resolution Skills

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Hard Skills

Bachelor’s DegreeMicrosoft Office ProficiencyLabor Relations KnowledgeState And Federal Employment LawsInvestigation DocumentationCase Management SystemsEmployee Engagement StrategiesAudit ProcessesLegal Complaint AssistanceTrend Analysis

Soft Skills

Exceptional Communication SkillsCoaching And FacilitationInfluencing SkillsSound JudgmentAbility To Work Independently

Tools & Technologies

DashboardsHeatmapsReporting Solutions

Industry Keywords

Employee RelationsEthicsComplianceWorkplace InvestigationsHuman Resources

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide guidance, support, and recommendations on employee relations issues
Investigate ethics and compliance matters and escalated employee relations matters
Audit investigation output and work product
Track labor and employee relations trends to support proactive strategy and training
Partner with management, HR Business Partners, Legal, and internal teams to drive a consistent and positive employee experience
Serve as an ethics, compliance, and employee relations subject matter expert
Advise and guide people leaders on employee concerns and conduct investigations
Perform and document investigations according to team processes and guidelines
Recommend resolutions for inquiries, concerns, and investigations
Interpret company policies and processes and educate employees and stakeholders
Own employee relations and ethics cases in the case management system and/or Ethics Hotline
Monitor employee sentiment and identify trends and risks through dashboards, heatmaps, and reporting solutions
Identify opportunities to improve employee engagement and workplace compliance
Assist with information gathering for legal complaints and charges
Conduct case audits and support review and optimization of investigation materials
Contribute to investigation processes and protocols
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business management, or related field, and 6 years of relevant experience in employee relations/human resources
Alternative qualifications: master’s degree and 4 years of experience; Ph.D. and 1 year of experience; or 10 years of experience in a related field
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
Direct experience handling all aspects of employee relations matters, including intake, review, and resolution
Advanced knowledge of workplace investigations, labor relations, ethics and compliance requirements, and state and federal employment laws
Ability to communicate with employees at all levels
Exceptional coaching, facilitation, and conflict resolution skills
Strong influencing skills and ability to advise HR Business Partners and all levels of management
Experience working with or advising executive leadership
Ability to work independently with urgency and prioritization
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Sound judgment and discretion when handling sensitive information
Ability to collect, understand, interpret, and share data
Ability to travel up to 15% of the time for investigations
For candidates outside Atlanta, ability to work successfully in a fully remote environment with periodic travel
Must clear a pre-employment drug test
Must currently be authorized to work in the United States for any employer without current or future sponsorship
No OPT, CPT, STEM/OPT, or visa sponsorship now or in future

Benefits

Comp & perks

Additional compensation may include an incentive program
Flexible vacation with pay
Seven paid holidays throughout the calendar year
Up to 160 hours of paid wellness annually for the employee or family members
Bereavement leave
Time off to vote
Jury duty leave
Volunteer time off
Military leave
Parental leave
Health care insurance (medical, dental, vision)
Retirement planning (401(k))
Paid sick leave
Flexible vacation/wellness days and/or PTO
Reasonable accommodations for qualified applicants or employees with disabilities