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Manager, Employee Relations

Sodexo

Remote · USJob$74–116K/yrSeen 1w agoSeen in employer's feed 5 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$74–116K/yr
Location
Remote · US
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

The Employee Relations Manager serves as a key contact for employee relations, guiding leaders through sensitive matters and supporting fair, consistent, timely resolution of HR issues. This individual-contributor role works primarily independently and may collaborate with a team. The position is remote, with a preference for candidates in California or those with California employment law knowledge.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Employee RelationsLeader CoachingInvestigationsPerformance ManagementCommunicationPrioritizationAccuracyWorking Under PressureHR PoliciesComplianceAttention to DetailProblem-SolvingCalifornia Employment Law

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Experience3 Years Management Experience3 Years Related Experience

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match
Paid Time Off
Tuition Assistance

Full job description

Sodexo has an opening for an Employee Relations Manager focusing on providing guidance and coaching managers on employee performance and conduct.

This position is a remote position with a preference of the candidate being in California or having California Employment Law knowledge.

About the job

Step into a role where your HR expertise has daily impact. You’ll serve as a key point of contact for employee relations, guiding leaders through sensitive matters and ensuring fair, consistent, and timely resolution of HR issues. With access to enterprise systems and data, you’ll help shape a positive employee experience and strengthen compliance and accountability across the organization.

The role of an individual contributor within the organization focuses on completing specific tasks and projects; contributing directly through their skills and expertise. Performs specialized technical tasks to support operations. Work is primarily achieved independently, however may collaborate with a team.

Pay Range: $74290 per year - $115500 per year

What’s in it for you

  • Be the go-to resource for employees and managers, solving real-time issues that matter.

  • Use your problem-solving skills to untangle complex HR scenarios and drive resolution.

  • Partner with leaders to support performance management, employee conduct, and investigations.

  • Gain hands-on experience with enterprise HR systems, enhancing your data and tech fluency.

  • Help shape HR service quality by mentoring others and refining processes.

  • Keep compliance sharp and policies on point while navigating evolving workplace needs.

  • Collaborate with HR analytics teams to uncover trends and support people-first decision-making.

What you’ll bring

  • Foundation in employee relations with the ability to coach leaders through investigations, performance concerns, and sensitive workplace issues.

  • Clear, compassionate communication skills that foster trust with employees and managers across all levels.

  • Skillset to manage multiple priorities with accuracy and calm under pressure, even in high-stakes or time-sensitive scenarios.

  • Deep understanding of HR policies, procedures, and compliance requirements, with a sharp eye for detail and a commitment to consistency.

  • A collaborative spirit and natural problem-solving mindset, ready to contribute to team success and drive continuous improvement.

Requirements

  • Education Requirement: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

  • Management Experience: 3 years

  • Related Experience: 3 years

What we offer

Compensation is fair and equitable, partially determined by a candidate's education level or years of relevant experience. Salary offers are based on a candidate's specific criteria, like experience, skills, education, and training. Sodexo offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include:

  • Medical, Dental, Vision Care and Wellness Programs

  • 401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions

  • Paid Time Off and Company Holidays

  • Career Growth Opportunities and Tuition Reimbursement

More extensive information is provided to new employees upon hire.

Who we are

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone and build a better life for all. We believe in improving the quality of life for those we serve and contributing to the economic, social, and environmental progress in the communities where we operate. Sodexo partners with clients to provide a truly memorable experience for both customers and employees alike. We do this by providing food service, catering, facilities management, and other integrated solutions worldwide.

Our company values you for you; you will be treated fairly and with respect, and you can be yourself. You will have your ideas count and your opinions heard because we can be a stronger team when you’re happy at work. This is why we embrace diversity and inclusion as core values, fostering an environment where all employees are valued and respected. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to individuals regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, military status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If you need assistance with the application process, please complete this form. (https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/dbdf3c39f65e4cd49eda84cc599389ab)

How this job compares

Set against the 690 open Employee Relations jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 3, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$74–116K/yr
  • US median$84–119K/yr380 salary ranges

This range's midpoint, $95K, is 6% below the US median midpoint ($101K) — in the middle half of Employee Relations salary ranges across the US.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 10 open Employee Relations jobs in Maryland and 690 across the US. 4% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most across the US
Experience
This posting asks for at least 3 years of experience; Employee Relations postings that state a minimum ask for 5 years at the median (572 postings).
Education
213 of the 690 open Employee Relations jobs (31%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 3, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.

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