Jll

HeadofEmployeeRelations

$185–275k ~AI est. Chicago, Illinois, United States FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Senior candidates.

The Brief

“Head of Employee Relations at Jll. Skills: Employee Relations, Team management, Legal compliance. Lead employee relations strategy. Bridge gaps between employees and management”

What You'll Achieve.

Enhance employee experience; Strengthen organizational capability

Industry & Context.

Problems you'll solve

Analytical skills

Eligibility Requirements

No visa sponsorship

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

8+ years in employee relations, Deep knowledge of employment law, Knowledge of wage and hour regulations, Knowledge of labor legislation

Nice to Have

Law degree preferred, HR graduate degree preferred, Workday experience a plus, NavEx systems experience a plus, Spanish bilingual a plus

What You'll Do.

Lead employee relations strategy

Bridge gaps between employees and management

Protect people and company

Anticipate challenges

Ensure fair treatment

Ensure equitable treatment

Build a high-performing team

Partner across HR functions

Deliver seamless support

Guide leaders through complex cases

Guide leaders through policy development

Guide leaders through organizational changes

Partner with performance services team

Foster a culture of collaboration

Foster a culture of accountability

Foster a culture of growth

Provide specialist ER support

Guide leaders through high-risk cases

Guide leaders through investigations

Guide leaders through litigation risk

Guide leaders through organizational transitions

Guide leaders through labor relations matters

Partner with legal teams

Partner with compliance teams

Maintain best practices

Lead data-driven decisions

Evaluate emerging risks

Prepare for legislative changes

Serve as escalation point

Coach business leaders

Lead process improvements

Lead programs that enhance employee experience

Lead programs that strengthen organizational capability

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Partner across HR functions; Partner with legal teams; Partner with compliance teams; Coach HR partners; Coach business leaders

Communication Scope

Exceptional communication

Full Job Description

**JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way**. Our people at JLL are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology for our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people and empowering them to thrive, grow meaningful careers and to find a place where they belong. Whether you’ve got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades or technology, or you’re looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, join our team as we help shape a brighter way forward. ** _What You 'll Do_** Lead employee relations strategy across the United States while bridging gaps between employees and management while protecting both people and the company. You'll anticipate challenges, mitigate risks, and ensure fair, equitable treatment aligned with JLL's values. As the architect of our Employee Relations you'll shape ER strategy, build a high-performing team, and partner across HR functions to deliver seamless support. Your expertise will guide complex cases, policy development, and organizational changes. **_Your Key Responsibilities_** Lead the ER team and partner with the performance services team to foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and growth that delivers results. Provide specialist ER support across all JLL business lines including Work Dynamics, Markets, Capital Markets, Corporate Functions, and JLL Technology. Guide leaders through high-risk cases, investigations, litigation risk, organizational transitions, and labor relations matters. Partner with legal and compliance teams to maintain best practices. Lead data-driven decisions, conduct audits, evaluate emerging risks, and prepare for legislative changes. Serve as the escalation point for complex employee matters. Coach HR partners and business leaders on ER best practices. Lead process improvements and programs that enhance employee experience while strengthening organizational capability. **_What You Bri

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