Employee Relations & Policy Lead

Dandy is transforming the massive ($200B) but antiquated dental industry. Backed by some of the world's leading venture capital investors, we are on an ambitious mission to integrate and simplify every function of the dental practice through technology. By building the operating system for every dental office in America, Dandy is empowering dentists with technology, innovation, and world-class support to achieve more for their practice, their people, and their patients.

About the Role

Dandy is hiring an experienced Employee Relations professional to join our rapidly growing venture-backed company. In this role, you will own organization-wide employee relations functions and manage employee immigration processes. This person will work closely with HRBPs, People Operations, Legal and other internal functions. They will be instrumental in conducting investigations on highly sensitive and complex employee relations issues, advising on policy interpretation and application, and providing guidance on employment matters where heightened risk and conflict are involved.

What You'll Do

• Conduct thorough investigations into allegations of company policy violations with varying levels of complexities across multiple jurisdictions and working groups

• Serve as Subject Matter Expert on employee relations actions - provide sound POVs and recommendations regarding precedent-setting decisions and policies in a fast growing, agile organization

• Liaise with appropriate internal/external stakeholders to effectively manage company Immigration actions and global mobility policy;

• Adhere to investigative best practices and protocols around gathering and preserving information, documentation, and report writing; ensure legal compliance in ER-related issues

• Make appropriate remedial or disciplinary recommendations following an investigation

• Own leave and reasonable accommodation processes, in partnership with HRBPs and People Ops members

• Partner closely with Legal, HRBPs, and other functional partners within the People Team to recommend and implement solutions

• Apply employee and labor relations expertise to successfully identify trends and challenges, predict and mitigate risk, and develop and execute solution-focused strategies and programs

• Build, analyze, and maintain ER metrics and review them on a quarterly basis.

• Provide strategic guidance and partnership to HRBPs on a myriad of issues, including policy interpretation and disciplinary actions, high-risk performance management, and other complex and sensitive employment matters.

• Create, iterate, and have ownership of People policies, procedures, and Employee Handbook

• Support internal projects/initiatives as needed

What We're Looking For

• 4-6 years experience in Employee Relations or as HR Generalist, HR Manager, HR Business Partner or similar position

• Experience owning Employee Relations actions across a diverse workforce - including hourly, nonexempt workers

• Ability to build rapport and serve as a trusted partner to; influence and drive ER actions

• Experience in managing investigations and leading Employee Relations actions

• Thorough knowledge of and experience applying relevant legal/compliance regulations and employment/labor laws/regulations (ADA, FMLA, EEO, etc)

• Proficiency in GSuite and HR software programs

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal

• Excellent organizational, prioritization, and time management skills

Bonus Points For

• Experience working with a fast-growing company

• Experience managing immigration programs and/or policies

• Experience creating policies and processes from the ground up

• Experience supporting employees across multiple geographies (internationally)

• Demonstrated ability to get up to speed quickly and begin building at lightning speed

• Proficiency using various HRIS tools (eg Paylocity)

Job ID: J-453

For full time positions, we offer a wide range of best in class, comprehensive and inclusive employee benefits including healthcare, dental, parental planning, mental health benefits, a 401(k) plan, and paid time off.

Dandy is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture that celebrates authenticity to win as one. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, protected veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other legally protected characteristics.

Dandy also fully complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). We are dedicated to embracing challenges and creating an accessible, inclusive workplace for all individuals. If you require any accommodations for your interview or have any questions beforehand, rest assured that we will do everything we can to meet your needs. Visit Dandy Careers for more!

Compensation Range: $100K - $112.5K

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