Medtronic
Principal Employee Relations Specialist - Diabetes
Medtronic, San Antonio, Texas, United States, 78208
Overview
Principal Employee Relations Specialist - Diabetes Join to apply for the
Principal Employee Relations Specialist - Diabetes
role at
Medtronic . We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on - 6 Oct 2025. This role can work remotely or onsite in San Antonio, TX.
About the Diabetes Operating Unit
The Diabetes Operating Unit focuses on improving the lives of those within the global diabetes community. We strive to empower people with diabetes to live life on their terms by delivering innovation that truly matters and providing support in the ways they need it. Our portfolio of innovative solutions is designed to provide customers with greater freedom and better health, helping them achieve better glucose control, while spending less time managing their disease.
Responsibilities
Counsel and provide partnership to employees, managers, and leaders across the full spectrum of employee relations matters. Lead highly complex workplace investigations, including fact-finding, documentation, and resolution aligned with company policies and employment law. Provide coaching and advice to leaders on performance management, disciplinary actions, reorganizations, reductions, conflict resolution, and organizational effectiveness. Partner with HR Business Partners, Legal, and Compliance to assess ER risks and ensure consistent, fair application of policies. Develop and implement proactive ER strategies and initiatives that strengthen leadership capability and employee engagement. Analyze ER data and trends, identify root causes, and recommend preventive solutions to senior leadership. Monitor legal trends and risks and advise on compliance matters. Contribute to restructuring initiatives with focus on employee transitions and risk mitigation. Maintain confidentiality, neutrality, and objectivity in all employee relations matters. Support continuous improvement of ER processes, policies, frameworks, and training across the Operating Unit. Monitor employee sentiment and workplace trends.
Autonomy
Recognized expert managing large projects or processes with considerable independence. Exercises latitude in determining deliverables with limited oversight. Provides coaching and guidance to lower-level specialists.
Organizational Impact
Contributes to defining the direction for ER practices, standards, and operational plans based on business strategy. Leads projects with significant impact on work group and Operating Unit results.
Innovation and Complexity
Addresses difficult, complex, and undefined ER issues requiring detailed investigation and analysis. Develops solutions to complex problems and drives improvements in ER processes, systems, and practices.
Communication and Influence
Represents the organization as a primary ER contact for projects and initiatives. Communicates and negotiates with internal and external stakeholders to influence decision-making.
Leadership and Talent Management
Provides coaching and training to leaders and HR colleagues in ER practices. Manages moderately complex projects, delegating and reviewing work of others as needed.
Required Knowledge and Experience
Bachelor\'s degree and 7 years of relevant experience Or, advanced degree and 5 years of relevant experience
Physical Job Requirements
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position, but they are not an exhaustive list of all the required responsibilities and skills of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. For Office Roles: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to be independently mobile. The employee is also required to interact with a computer, and communicate with peers and co-workers. Contact your manager or local HR to understand the Work Conditions and Physical requirements that may be specific to each role.
Benefits & Compensation
Medtronic offers a competitive Salary and flexible Benefits Package A commitment to our employees lives at the core of our values. We recognize their contributions. They share in the success they help to create. We offer a wide range of benefits, resources, and competitive compensation plans designed to support you at every career and life stage. Salary ranges for U.S (excl. PR) locations (USD): $106,400.00 - $159,600.00 This position is eligible for a short-term incentive called the Medtronic Incentive Plan (MIP). The base salary range is applicable across the United States, excluding Puerto Rico and specific locations in California. The offered rate complies with federal and local regulations and may vary based on factors such as experience, certification/education, market conditions, and location. Compensation and benefits information pertains solely to candidates hired within the United States (local market compensation and benefits will apply for others). The following benefits and additional compensation are available to those regular employees who work 20+ hours per week: Health, Dental and vision insurance, Health Savings Account, Healthcare Flexible Spending Account, Life insurance, Long-term disability leave, Dependent daycare spending account, Tuition assistance/reimbursement, and Simple Steps (global well-being program). The following benefits and additional compensation are available to all regular employees: Incentive plans, 401(k) plan plus employer contribution and match, Short-term disability, Paid time off, Paid holidays, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Employee Assistance Program, Non-qualified Retirement Plan Supplement, and Capital Accumulation Plan. Regular employees are those who are not temporary, such as interns. Temporary employees are eligible for paid sick time, as required under applicable state law, and the Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
About Medtronic and EEO
Medtronic is an equal employment opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. We provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. The material in this description is meant to inform applicants and does not constitute a contract of employment.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Human Resources Industries: Medical Equipment Manufacturing, Hospitals and Health Care, and Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
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Principal Employee Relations Specialist - Diabetes Join to apply for the
Principal Employee Relations Specialist - Diabetes
role at
Medtronic . We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on - 6 Oct 2025. This role can work remotely or onsite in San Antonio, TX.
About the Diabetes Operating Unit
The Diabetes Operating Unit focuses on improving the lives of those within the global diabetes community. We strive to empower people with diabetes to live life on their terms by delivering innovation that truly matters and providing support in the ways they need it. Our portfolio of innovative solutions is designed to provide customers with greater freedom and better health, helping them achieve better glucose control, while spending less time managing their disease.
Responsibilities
Counsel and provide partnership to employees, managers, and leaders across the full spectrum of employee relations matters. Lead highly complex workplace investigations, including fact-finding, documentation, and resolution aligned with company policies and employment law. Provide coaching and advice to leaders on performance management, disciplinary actions, reorganizations, reductions, conflict resolution, and organizational effectiveness. Partner with HR Business Partners, Legal, and Compliance to assess ER risks and ensure consistent, fair application of policies. Develop and implement proactive ER strategies and initiatives that strengthen leadership capability and employee engagement. Analyze ER data and trends, identify root causes, and recommend preventive solutions to senior leadership. Monitor legal trends and risks and advise on compliance matters. Contribute to restructuring initiatives with focus on employee transitions and risk mitigation. Maintain confidentiality, neutrality, and objectivity in all employee relations matters. Support continuous improvement of ER processes, policies, frameworks, and training across the Operating Unit. Monitor employee sentiment and workplace trends.
Autonomy
Recognized expert managing large projects or processes with considerable independence. Exercises latitude in determining deliverables with limited oversight. Provides coaching and guidance to lower-level specialists.
Organizational Impact
Contributes to defining the direction for ER practices, standards, and operational plans based on business strategy. Leads projects with significant impact on work group and Operating Unit results.
Innovation and Complexity
Addresses difficult, complex, and undefined ER issues requiring detailed investigation and analysis. Develops solutions to complex problems and drives improvements in ER processes, systems, and practices.
Communication and Influence
Represents the organization as a primary ER contact for projects and initiatives. Communicates and negotiates with internal and external stakeholders to influence decision-making.
Leadership and Talent Management
Provides coaching and training to leaders and HR colleagues in ER practices. Manages moderately complex projects, delegating and reviewing work of others as needed.
Required Knowledge and Experience
Bachelor\'s degree and 7 years of relevant experience Or, advanced degree and 5 years of relevant experience
Physical Job Requirements
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position, but they are not an exhaustive list of all the required responsibilities and skills of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. For Office Roles: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to be independently mobile. The employee is also required to interact with a computer, and communicate with peers and co-workers. Contact your manager or local HR to understand the Work Conditions and Physical requirements that may be specific to each role.
Benefits & Compensation
Medtronic offers a competitive Salary and flexible Benefits Package A commitment to our employees lives at the core of our values. We recognize their contributions. They share in the success they help to create. We offer a wide range of benefits, resources, and competitive compensation plans designed to support you at every career and life stage. Salary ranges for U.S (excl. PR) locations (USD): $106,400.00 - $159,600.00 This position is eligible for a short-term incentive called the Medtronic Incentive Plan (MIP). The base salary range is applicable across the United States, excluding Puerto Rico and specific locations in California. The offered rate complies with federal and local regulations and may vary based on factors such as experience, certification/education, market conditions, and location. Compensation and benefits information pertains solely to candidates hired within the United States (local market compensation and benefits will apply for others). The following benefits and additional compensation are available to those regular employees who work 20+ hours per week: Health, Dental and vision insurance, Health Savings Account, Healthcare Flexible Spending Account, Life insurance, Long-term disability leave, Dependent daycare spending account, Tuition assistance/reimbursement, and Simple Steps (global well-being program). The following benefits and additional compensation are available to all regular employees: Incentive plans, 401(k) plan plus employer contribution and match, Short-term disability, Paid time off, Paid holidays, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Employee Assistance Program, Non-qualified Retirement Plan Supplement, and Capital Accumulation Plan. Regular employees are those who are not temporary, such as interns. Temporary employees are eligible for paid sick time, as required under applicable state law, and the Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
About Medtronic and EEO
Medtronic is an equal employment opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. We provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. The material in this description is meant to inform applicants and does not constitute a contract of employment.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Human Resources Industries: Medical Equipment Manufacturing, Hospitals and Health Care, and Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
#J-18808-Ljbffr