About Northern Trust

As a global leader in innovative wealth management, asset servicing, asset management and banking services, Northern Trust (Nasdaq: NTRS) is proud to guide the world’s most successful individuals, families, corporations and institutions.

Since 1889, we have aligned our efforts with our three guiding Principles That Endure: Service, Expertise, and Integrity. Together, they reflect the three cornerstones of business conduct which we strive to instill in our employees, whom we call partners, and to provide to our clients and the communities we serve worldwide.

With more than 135 years of financial experience and over 24,000 partners, we serve the world’s most sophisticated clients using leading technology and exceptional service.

Role

We are seeking an experienced Employee Relations professional to provide expert guidance and support on a broad range of complex employee relations matters. This role partners closely with managers, HR colleagues, Legal, and business stakeholders to ensure employee issues are managed effectively, consistently, and in line with company policies and applicable employment legislation.

The successful candidate will act as a trusted advisor, leading sensitive workplace investigations, mitigating risk, and supporting the development of a positive and compliant employee relations environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide expert guidance to managers and HR partners on employee relations matters, including employee counselling, disciplinary processes, performance concerns, grievances, and terminations.
• Lead and manage complex and sensitive employee relations investigations, partnering with Legal where required.
• Interpret and advise on company policies, procedures, and employment legislation.
• Partner with business leaders and HR teams to identify and address employee relations risks and trends.
• Support the resolution of workplace issues through effective consultation, coaching, and problem solving.
• Develop recommendations and implement improvements to policies, practices, and procedures based on investigation outcomes and lessons learned.
• Collaborate with HR, Legal, Compliance, and business stakeholders to ensure consistent and compliant employee relations practices.
• Participate in HR and cross-functional projects aimed at enhancing employee experience, policy effectiveness, and organizational effectiveness.
• Analyze employee relations data and trends to identify opportunities for proactive intervention and continuous improvement.
• Act as a mentor and resource to less experienced HR and Employee Relations professionals.
• Lead employee relations initiatives and projects as required.
• Handle highly sensitive and confidential matters with professionalism and discretion.