Associate Relations Business Partner

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At Regions, the Associate Relations Business Partner administers programs designed to establish and maintain effective associate relations through the uniform and equitable application of policies and procedures. This position is responsible for resolving associate relations matters and acts as a resource and advisor to associates and managers.
 

Primary Responsibilities

• Supports the Office of Associate Conduct in conducting associate relations investigations and the resolution of ongoing employee relations issues, such as complaints, disciplinary actions, and performance improvement plans
• Assists with handling and resolving associate complaints and grievances
• Recommends appropriate actions to correct problems including assisting and/or advising management in the formal discipline or termination of associates
• Participates in exit interviews and grievance procedures
• Represents Regions at various employment hearings (mediation, wage/hour, equal employment, etc.)
• Documents all associate relations matters as appropriate for the situation in accordance with legal compliance and organizational policies and procedures
• Maintains accurate, timely, and required documentation of activities to ensure quality associate relations records and metrics

This position is exempt from timekeeping requirements under the Fair Labor Standards Act and is not eligible for overtime pay.
 

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree
• Two (2) years' experience working in Human Resources or a related field
• Position may require limited travel 

Skills and Competencies

• Ability to respond effectively and quickly to business and employee needs and issues
• Highly professional with superior verbal and written communications skills, with the ability to communicate effectively and appropriately with all levels of an organization and diverse audiences
• Ability to present and communicate complex concepts/business issues verbally and in writing across all levels of the organization
• Ability to influence others
• Ability to organize work effectively to meet tight deadlines  

This position is currently offsite within the Regions footprint and associates will work from their home primarily. They may be expected to go on site for meetings or other events as needed.  Candidate should reside in one of the following states to be considered within Regions footprint: AL, AR, FL, GA, IA, IL, IN, KY, LA, MO, MS, NC, SC, TN or TX. Exceptions to the geographic location requirement may be made for current Regions associates who work remotely.

This position may be filled at a higher level depending on the candidate’s qualifications and relevant experience.

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Compensation Details

Pay ranges are job specific and are provided as a point-of-market reference for compensation decisions. Other factors which directly impact pay for individual associates include: experience, skills, knowledge, contribution, job location and, most importantly, performance in the job role. As these factors vary by individuals, pay will also vary among individual associates within the same job.

The target information listed below is based on the Metropolitan Statistical Area Market Range for where the position is located and level of the position.

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Benefits Information

Regions offers a benefits package that is flexible, comprehensive and recognizes that "one size does not fit all" for benefits-eligible associates. Listed below is a synopsis of the benefits offered by Regions for informational purposes, which is not intended to be a complete summary of plan terms and conditions.

• Paid Vacation/Sick Time
• 401K with Company Match
• Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits
• Disability Benefits
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Account
• Life Insurance
• Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program
• Associate Volunteer Program

Please note, benefits and plans may be changed, amended, or terminated with respect to all or any class of associate at any time. To learn more about Regions’ benefits, please click or copy the link below to your browser.

https://www.regions.com/welcometour/benefits.rf

Equal Opportunity Employer/including Disabled/Veterans

Job applications at Regions are accepted electronically through our career site for a minimum of five business days from the date of posting. Job postings for higher-volume positions may remain active for longer than the minimum period due to business need and may be closed at any time thereafter at the discretion of the company.