Employee Relations Lead

Form Energy

. Report to the SVP, People . Build and run Employee Relations as a new function at Form Energy . Define ER strategy, frameworks, infrastructure, intake processes, investigation methodology, case management tooling

Posted 9/17/2026full-timeWeirton • California • United StatesSenior💰 $148,040 - $212,813 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in Employee Relations, including building and managing ER functions, conducting thorough investigations, and ensuring compliance with employment laws. Capable of translating data insights into proactive strategies while effectively partnering with cross-functional teams.

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Employee Relations Strategy DevelopmentComplex Investigation MethodologyFederal And State Employment Law KnowledgeCross-Functional PartnershipHigh-Volume Case Management

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Hard Skills

Employee RelationsInvestigation MethodologyCase ManagementDocumentation StandardsHR Policy DevelopmentData AnalyticsRisk AssessmentConflict ResolutionCompliance ManagementProgram Building

Soft Skills

Exceptional CommunicationInfluencing SkillsJudgment And DiscretionResilienceAdaptability

Tools & Technologies

Case Management ToolingReporting Infrastructure

Industry Keywords

Employment LawEmployee LifecycleHarassmentDiscriminationMisconductPerformance-Related DisputesInterpersonal ConflictLegal PartnershipEHSTalent Acquisition

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Report to the SVP, People
Build and run Employee Relations as a new function at Form Energy
Define ER strategy, frameworks, infrastructure, intake processes, investigation methodology, case management tooling, escalation pathways, and documentation standards
Own and manage a complex, high-volume caseload involving harassment, discrimination, misconduct, performance-related disputes, and interpersonal conflict
Conduct thorough, timely, and legally sound investigations and drive cases to fair, well-documented resolution
Advise and coach senior leaders and People Partners on ER strategy, risk, and precedent
Translate case patterns and trends into proactive recommendations
Train and coach managers on identifying, addressing, and escalating ER issues
Develop and improve HR policies and practices for consistent application and compliance with employment laws
Partner with Legal on complex or high-risk matters
Build reporting infrastructure to track case trends, cycle times, and outcomes
Use ER data and analytics to identify systemic risks and inform policy decisions
Partner with People Partners, Legal, EHS, Talent Acquisition, and Total Rewards across the employee lifecycle
Travel to all locations

Requirements

What you’ll need

8+ years of progressive Employee Relations experience, including direct ownership of complex investigations and casework
Proven experience building or significantly scaling an Employee Relations function, program, or infrastructure from an early stage
Deep knowledge of federal and state employment law, investigation methodology, and documentation standards
Strong judgment and discretion in sensitive, high-stakes situations
Exceptional communication and influencing skills
Ability to balance strategic program-building with a high-volume, hands-on caseload
Resilience and adaptability in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
Experience partnering cross-functionally with Legal, People Partners, and business leaders
Ability to work onsite from the listed work location in a hybrid or fully onsite function
Legal eligibility to work in the United States

Benefits

Comp & perks

Stock options
Medical, dental, and vision premiums covered 100% for full-time employees
Healthcare premiums for dependents covered 80%
At least 12 weeks of paid leave for new parents, up to 20 weeks for birthing parents
Generous vacation policies
Relocation assistance
Equal opportunity workplace
Reasonable accommodations during the interview process