Associate Director Employee Relations

As an Employee Relations Investigator at Novartis, your role will primarily focus on conducting internal investigations related to Employee Relations matters in response to concerns brought forward through the company's various reporting channels, with respect to any actual or apparent violations of company policies or ethical standards. This position is based in Prague, Czech Republic, or India, Hyderabad, with a primary focus on the regions EMEA and APAC. **Key Responsibilities:** - Conduct internal investigations of complaints related to violations of company policies, guidelines, and ethical standards within the scope of Employee Relations. - Develop investigation strategies and execute evidence finding through interviews and desktop research, collaborating with various departments such as SpeakUp Office, Legal, Global Security, and P&O as needed. - Maintain detailed investigative documentation, including investigation notes and reports for the SpeakUp Office. - Collaborate with other departments to develop programs and tools aimed at educating employees and preventing employee relations issues. - Provide training on internal investigations, conflict resolution, and company policies, including tailored training for specific business areas. - Mentor local case investigators to ensure high-quality standards in investigations across countries and functions. **Qualifications Required:** - Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Law, or related field. - Relevant years of experience in employee relations, HR investigations, or equivalent roles. - Applied experience in conducting complex investigations and interviews. - Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to handle sensitive situations effectively. - High level of integrity and ability to maintain confidentiality at all times. - Professional level of English proficiency, both written and spoken. In addition to a challenging and rewarding work environment, Novartis offers benefits and rewards in Prague, including pension contribution matching, risk life insurance, holiday entitlement above legal requirements, sick leave benefits, cafeteria employee benefit program, meal vouchers, car allowance, MultiSport Card, and Employee Share Purchase Plan. For more information about Novartis Business Services, visit: [Novartis Business Services](https://www.novartis.cz/) Novartis is committed to fostering diversity and inclusion in the workplace, building diverse teams that represent the patients and communities served. The company also ensures accessibility and accommodation for all individuals, providing reasonable accommodations upon request. Novartis values collaboration, community, and innovation to create breakthroughs that positively impact patients" lives. If you are passionate about making a difference, join the Novartis Network and explore career opportunities within the organization: [Novartis Network](https://talentnetwork.novartis.com/network) For detailed information on benefits and rewards offered by Novartis, refer to the company's handbook: [Novartis Benefits and Rewards](https://www.novartis.com/careers/benefits-rewards),