Overview and Responsibilities
Our Director, Employee Relations is a key member of the Employment Relations and Employment Law Departments, responsible for investigating employment-related complaints. The position requires a complex multi-tasker, with a high level of emotional intelligence, integrity and discretion. This role is instrumental in providing a safe, secure culture at Paramount Global, across all divisions, where employees are not hindered by any bias or behaviors that limit their potential success.
Our Director understands the sensitivity and urgency of issues they manage and the timely follow-up that is required. Objectivity and consistency is their credo, and they are able to communicate effectively with all levels of staff. Most importantly, our Director is committed. Committed to digging deep to uncover facts to evidence appropriate resolution, and committed about emphasizing to all they encounter the importance of Paramount’s mission — to celebrate diversity, foster inclusion, and build belonging!
This is a hybrid position with the expectation of working in the office (Hollywood/Los Angeles) at least two days per week.
- At the direction of Vice President, Employment Relations and guidance of Employment Counsel, investigates allegations of unlawful behavior and/or violations of Company policy in compliance with federal/local law and Company policy
- Manages investigative process from beginning to end inclusive of complainant intakes, subject and witness interviews, and review/analysis of pertinent documentation
- Composes documentation inclusive of closing correspondence, investigative recaps, and case summaries as required
- Partners collaboratively with Legal, Labor, Security, Safety and Human Resources and updates stakeholders appropriately
- Makes recommendations regarding potential disciplinary measures and/or coaching support based on investigative findings and consistent remediation efforts throughout Company divisions
- Manages and updates caseload regularly through the Employment Relations database management system
- Identifies issue trends and proactive solutions
- Assists with responding to employee complaints with state, federal and local agencies
- Partners with Human Resources on training initiatives
Basic Qualifications
- 5+ years of experience investigating employment-related complaints
- 5+ years of experience in a Human Resources role as an investigator and/or generalist
- Ability to travel within US and Canada as required
Additional Qualifications
- Excellent decision making, problem solving and analytical skills
- High level of integrity, discretion and emotional intelligence
- Amazing communication skills, both verbally and written
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple cases simultaneously, exhibiting keen prioritization skills
- Knowledge of federal, state and local employment laws as well as general Human Resources policies and procedures
- Ability to handle highly sensitive matters with compassion and equity
- Ability to position oneself with all staff as a credible and trusted partner
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Paramount Global (NASDAQ: PARA, PARAA) is a leading global media and entertainment company that creates premium content and experiences for audiences worldwide. Driven by iconic studios, networks and streaming services, Paramount’s portfolio of consumer brands includes CBS, Showtime Networks, Paramount Pictures, Nickelodeon, MTV, Comedy Central, BET, Paramount+, Pluto TV and Simon & Schuster, among others. Paramount delivers the largest share of the U.S. television audience and boasts one of the industry’s most important and extensive libraries of TV and film titles. In addition to offering innovative streaming services and digital video products, the company provides powerful capabilities in production, distribution and advertising solutions.
Additional Information
Hiring Salary Range: $140,000.00 – 155,000.00.
The hiring salary range for this position applies to New York City, California, Colorado, Washington state, and most other geographies. Starting pay for the successful applicant depends on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education. The benefits available for this position include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, tuition assistance program and PTO or, if applicable, as otherwise dictated by the appropriate Collective Bargaining Agreement. This position is bonus eligible.
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Paramount is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) including disability/vet.
At Paramount, the spirit of inclusion feeds into everything that we do, on-screen and off. From the programming and movies we create to employee benefits/programs and social impact outreach initiatives, we believe that opportunity, access, resources and rewards should be available to and for the benefit of all. Paramount is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, and Veteran status.
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