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Who We Are
SiriusXM and its brands (Pandora, SiriusXM Media, AdsWizz, Simplecast, and SiriusXM Connect) are leading a new era of audio entertainment and services by delivering the most compelling subscription and ad-supported audio entertainment experience for listeners — in the car, at home, and anywhere on the go with connected devices. Our vision is to shape the future of audio, where everyone can be effortlessly connected to the voices, stories and music they love wherever they are.
This is the place where a diverse group of emerging talent and legends alike come to share authentic and purposeful songs, stories, sounds and insights through some of the best programming and technology in the world. Our critically-acclaimed, industry-leading audio entertainment encompasses music, sports, comedy, news, talk, live events, and podcasting. No matter their individual role, each of our employees plays a vital part in bringing SiriusXM’s vision to life every day.
SiriusXM is the leading audio entertainment company in North America, and the premier programmer and platform for subscription and digital advertising-supported audio products. SiriusXM’s platforms collectively reach approximately 150 million listeners, the largest digital audio audience across paid and free tiers in North America, and deliver music, sports, talk, news, comedy, entertainment and podcasts. Pandora, a subsidiary of SiriusXM, is the largest ad-supported audio entertainment streaming service in the U.S. SiriusXM’s subsidiaries Simplecast and AdsWizz make it a leader in podcast hosting, production, distribution, analytics and monetization. The Company’s advertising sales organization, which operates as SiriusXM Media, leverages its scale, cross-platform sales organization and ad tech capabilities to deliver results for audio creators and advertisers. SiriusXM, through SiriusXM Canada Holdings, Inc., also offers satellite radio and audio entertainment in Canada. In addition to its audio entertainment businesses, SiriusXM offers connected vehicle services to automakers.
How You’ll Make An Impact
We’re looking for a skilled Director of Employee Relations to lead our efforts in cultivating a positive and productive workplace environment. You’ll develop and implement strategies to strengthen employee relations and enrich our organizational culture. Collaborating closely with senior management and People + Culture Business Partners, you’ll ensure compliance with applicable employment laws while advancing our strategic objectives.
In this role, you’ll provide guidance to managers and employees, resolving complex workplace issues and safeguarding SiriusXM’s culture in line with our values and policies. This position demands exceptional judgment and the ability to deliver effective solutions across diverse challenges.
What You’ll Do
• Working in close collaboration with Legal, Security, and other stakeholders, act as a consultant and advisor to People + Culture Business Partners and management for seamless support in addressing ER issues effectively, including complex accommodations and performance management.
• Develop and execute comprehensive Employee Relations strategies that drive a high performance culture and are aligned with organizational values and objectives.
• Influence and impact SiriusXM’s employee experience and culture through:
• Leading investigations, mediations, and negotiations to resolve disputes effectively
• Contributing to policy development and training
• Fostering trust, respect, and open communication
• Implementing policies for fairness and consistency
• Coach, present, and train on company policies and relevant employment laws to ensure understanding and adherence.
• Develop and maintain best practices and processes for resolving ER issues, including investigative and accommodation matters.
• Partner with Employment Counsel, People + Culture Business Partners and other teams to assess organizational effectiveness and implement integrated action plans.
• Establish metrics to measure ER program effectiveness; prepare reports for senior management on ER activities and outcomes.
• Analyze ER data for trends and root causes, manage ER data requests, and support ER initiatives across SiriusXM.
• Oversee development, implementation, and communication of ER processes, policies, and procedures.
• Provide guidance on Performance Improvement Plans and disciplinary actions.
• Other duties as assigned.
What You’ll Need
• Proven experience as a Director of Employee Relations or similar role, preferably in a media, entertainment, high tech, or similar fast-paced environment.
• Bachelor’s Degree and/or equivalent work experience with emphasis in Human Resources or related field
• Advanced degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Law, or related field preferred.
• 10+ years of general Human Resources experience, with at least 7 years in Employee Relations
• In depth knowledge of employment laws, including ADA and EEO.
• Experience working within an ER ticketing system strongly preferred
• Ability to proactively share a point of view, appropriately challenge assumptions, and take initiative to resolve problems
• Ability to work collaboratively, lead and influence at all levels within the organization, and make decisions while keeping partners and leaders informed
• Strong conflict management and mediation skills
• Business acumen, strong decision-making and root cause/analysis skills
• Ability to assess sensitive and complex employee relations issues in a confidential, objective, and systematic manner
• Experience managing multiple projects with strong time management and prioritization skills
• Strong written/verbal communication and facilitation/presentation skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with employees at all levels.
• Must have legal right to work in the U.S.
Our goal at SiriusXM is to provide and maintain a work environment that fosters mutual respect, professionalism and cooperation. SiriusXM is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, creed, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, alienage or citizenship status, age, disability or handicap, sex, gender identity, marital status, familial status, veteran status, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.
The requirements and duties described above may be modified or waived by the Company in its sole discretion without notice.
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