Corporate Employment Counsel (Director of ER)

Canon Business Process Services · New York

FULL TIME

Job Description

Canon has an immediate need for a Director, Employee Relations. This role will be based in Manhattan at our corporate headquarters. We are seeking a results-oriented individual with 10+ years of experience. You must have multi-state experience including the state of California.

Candidates must be credentialed to practice law in the State of New York or one with a reciprocity arrangement.

This is a Hybrid role. You will be required to be in our NYC office on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.

OVERVIEW

Responsible for ensuring global employee relations practices within the organization. This individual keeps abreast of employment laws & recommends changes to existing employment policies to make certain the organization remains compliant.

In addition, this individual directs the organization’s diversity, employee reward & recognition & Environmental, Health & Safety programs. Participates in special projects as needed.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Liaison and counsel to Senior Management team on Human Resources and other business matters

Develops, implements and advises on disciplinary matters across all departments

Partners with HR staff of applicable International Operating Companies to ensure consistent employee relations policies throughout global operations.

Directs employee communication strategy through oversight of distribution of employee newsletter & other HR communications

Serves as Injury and Illness Prevention Program Administrator and participates on global EHS council

Researches best practices in employee recognition and suggests enhancements to existing recognition programs and monitors and reports effectiveness of programs on employee retention

Directs or conducts investigations regarding violations of Company policies & responds to complaints made to employee hotline

Participates on Company’s “Green Committee”

Partners with Legal Department on employment law related issues

As co-chair of Company’s Diversity Council, leads and directs Company’s diversity initiatives

Consults with Senior Management on all significant employee relations developments and issues

Partners with the training and recruiting teams to ensure training and development and recruiting practices reflect corporate policies and human resource objectives

Assists in the development and analysis of reports that measure human resource effectiveness

Provides employee relations counseling and advice to business partners throughout organization

Reduces legal risks by tracking workplace issues, ensuring appropriate investigation and resolution, analyzing trends, and recommending or implementing programs to prevent workplace issues

Represents Company’s response to charges of discrimination and identifies trends in workplace issues and recommends civil rights/EEO related charges

Conducts audits of areas with a high number of employee relations incidents

Develops offer letters with recruiting and review for legal compliance

Reviews Exit Interview Forms and analyze data for retention recommendations

Reviews global employee policies and procedures in employee handbooks and recommend enhancements

Ability to travel as required, locally and nationally; 10-20%.

No physical requirements

Mental qualifications include ability to ensure all employees are satisfied within organization

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

To be eligible for this position, the applicant must meet the minimum qualifications. Deviations to this requirement must be approved by the Chief Human Resources Officer

10+ years employee relations experience

5+ years legal background

Advanced report writing skills

Proficient in Microsoft Word & Excel and Presentation Software

Excellent relationship management skills

Ability to deal with high stress situations

Ability to maintain high levels of confidentiality

Excellent customer service and problem solving skills

Strong interpersonal, analytical and communication skills

Effective organization and planning skills

Strong conflict resolution skills with the ability to make effective decisions & achieve desirable results

Advanced knowledge of the EEO laws and guidelines

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships

Knowledge of the principles of HR management and labor relations

Excellent presentation skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

Excellent leadership skills

Excellent written and oral communication skills

EDUCATION Juris Doctorate Degree from an accredited law school with an emphasis on Employee or Labor Relations and admission to the NY, NJ, or CT State Bar Association.

What We Offer

An opportunity to join an established team and be part of a successful and proven global organization!

A competitive compensation program!

Large Company Benefits: Medical/Dental/Vision/401k with a competitive company match!

Employee discounts on Canon products and vendor discount programs for Canon employees!

World-class Training and Career Development Programs!

This role will report to the Chief Human Resources Officer for 4-6 months but will report into the General Counsel's office in early 2027.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by incumbents assigned to these positions. They set the minimum requirements, responsibilities, and skills required of the position; they are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities.

Company	Canon Business Process Services
Location	New York
Type	FULL TIME
Niche	Full-time

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