Employee Relations Advisor

Employee Relations Advisor

New York, NY

The strategic focus of Human Resources is to deliver the talent agenda in a World-Class way. We do this by designing and delivering programs, initiatives, tools, and processes that enable AXA XL to attract, manage, engage, develop, and retain the global talent needed to deliver on our opportunity and aspiration. Further, we are continuously improving HR capabilities and processes to support the business in a highly professional, efficient, and cost-effective manner.

As the ER Advisor supporting AXA XL US, you will work closely with the ER Partner and HR Business Partner team to support various employee relations topics.

DISCOVER your opportunity

What will your essential responsibilities include?

• Provide guidance directly to managers of specific ER casework.
• Manage employment relations processes, administration, and communication.
• Proactively and independently lead the administration of all employee relations case work to maintain organized and accurate information at all times.
• Cultivate effective working relationships with the business by advising business leaders on people-management and appropriate employee relations issues and case work, equipping them to effectively manage in the future.
• Organize and maintain accurate and timely ER record keeping, ensuring to be legally compliant with this information.
• Monitor overall business units ER case load and its effective delivery, ensuring consistency in line with legal requirements.
• Responsible for the creation and maintenance of all ER related letter templates.
• Work in close partnership with Regional HR teams and Global /HRBPS to effectively communicate the progress of casework within their business groups, agreeing appropriate handoffs and follow up.
• Ensure that all ER policies are effectively in place, maintained and communicated appropriately to all managers and colleagues alike.
• Proactively research employment legislative changes that impact the Company and provide timely updates to managers.
• Assist manager with independent ER investigations, including partnering with internal audit to interview witnesses, draft reports and deliver findings.

You will report to Senior ER Partner.

SHARE your talent

Were looking for someone who has these abilities and skills:

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Experience of varied HR and ER skills, ideally in a matrix environment, preferably in financial services or the insurance industry.
• Solid understanding of local employment law keeping abreast of significant developments that impact upon the workplace.
• Outstanding analytical skills and the ability to convert data into insightful presentations.
• Excellent proactive organization skills and ability to plan and prioritize work.
• Highly customer focused, maintaining a professional attitude always.
• Shows initiative in acting and responding appropriately.
• Good communication skills with the ability to liaise at all levels.
• Understands and appreciates the importance of using discretion and confidentiality.
• Team player who deals effectively with colleagues and clients.
• Highly responsive to changing demands.
• Accurate and exceptional attention to detail.
• Advanced Word, Excel, MS Outlook, and PowerPoint skills.
• Experience with HR databases would be advantageous.

FIND your future

AXA XL, the P&C and specialty risk division of AXA, is known for solving complex risks. For mid-sized companies, multinationals and even some inspirational individuals we dont just provide re/insurance, we reinvent it.

How? By combining a comprehensive and efficient capital platform, data-driven insights, leading technology, and the best talent in an agile and inclusive workspace, empowered to deliver top client service across all our lines of business property, casualty, professional, financial lines and specialty.

With an innovative and flexible approach to risk solutions, we partner with those who move the world forward.

Learn more at axaxl.com

Inclusion & Diversity

AXA XL is committed to equal employment opportunity and will consider applicants regardless of gender, sexual orientation, age, ethnicity and origins, marital status, religion, disability, or any other protected characteristic.

At AXA XL, we know that an inclusive culture and a diverse workforce enable business growth and are critical to our success. Thats why we have made a strategic commitment to attract, develop, advance and retain the most diverse workforce possible, and create an inclusive culture where everyone can bring their full selves to work and can reach their highest potential. Its about helping one another and our business to move forward and succeed.

• Five Business Resource Groups focused on gender, LGBTQ+, ethnicity and origins, disability and inclusion with 20 Chapters around the globe
• Robust support for Flexible Working Arrangements
• Enhanced family friendly leave benefits
• Named to the Diversity Best Practices Index
• Signatory to the UK Women in Finance Charter

Learn more at axaxl.com/about-us/inclusion-and-diversity. AXA XL is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Sustainability

At AXA XL, Sustainability is integral to our business strategy. In an ever-changing world, AXA XL protects what matters most for our clients and communities. We know that sustainability is at the root of a more resilient future. Our 2023-26 Sustainability strategy, called Roots of resilience, focuses on protecting natural ecosystems, addressing climate change, and embedding sustainable practices across our operations.

Our Pillars:

• Valuing nature: How we impact nature affects how nature impacts us. Resilient ecosystems – the foundation of a sustainable planet and society are essential to our future. Were committed to protecting and restoring nature from mangrove forests to the bees in our backyard by increasing biodiversity awareness and inspiring clients and colleagues to put nature at the heart of their plans.
• Addressing climate change: The effects of a changing climate are far reaching and significant. Unpredictable weather, increasing temperatures, and rising sea levels cause both social inequalities and environmental disruption. We’re building a net zero strategy, developing insurance products and services, and mobilizing to advance thought leadership and investment in societal-led solutions.
• Integrating ESG: All companies have a role to play in building a more resilient future. Incorporating ESG considerations into our internal processes and practices builds resilience from the roots of our business. Were training our colleagues, engaging our external partners, and evolving our sustainability governance and reporting.
• AXA Hearts in Action: We have established volunteering and charitable giving programs to help colleagues support causes that matter most to them, known as AXA XLs Hearts in Action programs. These include our Matching Gifts program, Volunteering Leave, and our annual volunteering day the Global Day of Giving.

For more information, please see Sustainability at AXA XL.

The U.S. pay range for this position is $53,000 $95,000. Actual pay will be determined based upon the individuals skills, experience, and location. We strive for market alignment and internal equity with our colleagues pay.

At AXA XL, we know how important physical, mental, and financial health are to our employees, which is why we are proud to offer benefits such as a competitive retirement savings plan, health and wellness programs, and many other benefits. We also believe in fostering our colleagues’ development and offer a wide range of learning opportunities for colleagues to hone their professional skills and to position themselves for the next step of their careers. For more details about AXA XLs benefits offerings, please visit US-Benefits-at-a-Glance_2023_US.pdf (myaxaxlbenefits.com).

AXA XL is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Location:US-NY-New York

Work Locations: US NY New York 225 Liberty Street WFP 225 Liberty Street Floors 40 and 41 New York 10281

Job Field:Regulatory, Compliance and Risk

Schedule:Full-time

Job Type:Standard