Metrea
Metrea is a defense company dedicated to translating commercial innovation into solutions for the hardest problems in national security. With deep mission expertise, Metrea focuses on delivering effects-as-a-service across Aerospace, Electromagnetic & Cyber, Digital & Synthetic domains via its capability groups. Metrea also consists of nine support groups (Operations, People, Finance, Legal, Platform, Strategy, Engagement, Science Technology & Craft, and Solutions) that guide the development of specific capabilities that Metrea's files (product, projects, programs etc.) leverage to achieve their targets.
At Metrea, our People Team are strategic partners who shape the employee experience and unlock business potential. In this newly created role, you’ll drive initiatives that fuel organizational effectiveness, support employee growth, and strengthen our high-performance culture. You’ll be a trusted consultant to our leaders across all of our Core and Support Groups, guiding them through people-related opportunities and challenges with insight, empathy, and business acumen.
The Employee Relations Lead is responsible for leading complex workplace investigations and providing expert guidance on employee relations matters, ensuring compliance with U.S. (federal, state, and local) and international employment laws as well as company policies. This role will act as a trusted advisor to leadership, People Business Partners, and employees, handling sensitive cases involving misconduct, policy violations, workplace conflicts, and regulatory issues.
We’re looking for a senior specialist who is as comfortable influencing strategy at the senior level as well as getting into the weeds on an employee relation matter, we are an all-hands-on deck team.
Success means balancing strategy and action: designing scalable people practices, advising on complex employee matters, and leaning into the tough problems with curiosity and pragmatism. As both a thought partner and problem-solver, you’ll directly influence how our teams thrive and how our mission is achieved.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Lead and manage complex employee relations investigations, including allegations of harassment, discrimination, retaliation, workplace violence, and other misconduct. Conduct interviews, gather and evaluate evidence, maintain detailed documentation, and prepare comprehensive investigation reports. Ensure investigations are conducted in a fair, consistent, and timely manner, aligned with legal and regulatory requirements (EEOC, OFCCP, ITAR/DFARS, ACAS compliance as applicable). Employee Relations Advisory
Provide subject matter expertise to PBPs, managers, and leadership on handling employee relations cases and workplace conflicts. Partner with Legal, Compliance, and Security teams to mitigate risk in sensitive cases. Recommend corrective actions, disciplinary measures, or policy updates based on findings. Policy & Compliance
Support the development, review, and enforcement of HR policies and procedures to ensure consistency and compliance with relevant country-specific employment laws. Monitor labor and regulatory trends to anticipate risk areas and propose policy adjustments. Serve as a liaison during external audits, investigations, or regulatory reviews (e.g., OFCCP, EEOC, DOL, ACAS). Training & Prevention
Develop and deliver training for managers and People Group teammates on employee relations best practices, investigations, and compliance obligations. Promote awareness of respectful workplace standards and reporting channels. Data & Reporting
Track and analyze employee relations cases to identify trends, root causes, and systemic issues. Provide regular updates and metrics to the People Leadership Team and executive leadership. Skills And Experience
Investigative rigor and objectivity Risk assessment and mitigation Conflict resolution and mediation Policy interpretation and application Ethical judgment and confidentiality Stakeholder influence and executive presence Ability to excel and thrive in a fast-paced, sometimes ambiguous environment Diligent in attention to details and pursue quality in accomplishing tasks Promotes cooperation and commitment within a team to achieve goals Must possess a strong commitment to company values Required Education, Experience And Certificates
Education: Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or related field (Master’s or JD preferred). Experience: Minimum of 8 years of progressive HR/Employee Relations experience, including significant experience conducting complex workplace investigations. Strong knowledge of U.S. employment law and regulations (EEOC, Title VII, ADA, FMLA, NLRA, etc.); international employment laws and regulations a plus but not required. Experience in a highly regulated industry (aerospace, defense, aviation, or federal contracting) strongly preferred. Certificates And Licenses
Professional in Human Resources, SHRM-CP, or AWI-CH (Association of Workplace Investigators) a plus but not required. Computer Skills: Intermediate skills in Microsoft Office Suite Programs and HRIS. Benefits
Health and welfare Immediate retirement plan eligibility Competitive PTO Paid Parental Leave Work Arrangement
Hybrid; minimum of 3 days/week onsite – Washington D.C. AAP/EEO Statement
Metrea Special Management LLC (MAM) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
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Lead and manage complex employee relations investigations, including allegations of harassment, discrimination, retaliation, workplace violence, and other misconduct. Conduct interviews, gather and evaluate evidence, maintain detailed documentation, and prepare comprehensive investigation reports. Ensure investigations are conducted in a fair, consistent, and timely manner, aligned with legal and regulatory requirements (EEOC, OFCCP, ITAR/DFARS, ACAS compliance as applicable). Employee Relations Advisory
Provide subject matter expertise to PBPs, managers, and leadership on handling employee relations cases and workplace conflicts. Partner with Legal, Compliance, and Security teams to mitigate risk in sensitive cases. Recommend corrective actions, disciplinary measures, or policy updates based on findings. Policy & Compliance
Support the development, review, and enforcement of HR policies and procedures to ensure consistency and compliance with relevant country-specific employment laws. Monitor labor and regulatory trends to anticipate risk areas and propose policy adjustments. Serve as a liaison during external audits, investigations, or regulatory reviews (e.g., OFCCP, EEOC, DOL, ACAS). Training & Prevention
Develop and deliver training for managers and People Group teammates on employee relations best practices, investigations, and compliance obligations. Promote awareness of respectful workplace standards and reporting channels. Data & Reporting
Track and analyze employee relations cases to identify trends, root causes, and systemic issues. Provide regular updates and metrics to the People Leadership Team and executive leadership. Skills And Experience
Investigative rigor and objectivity Risk assessment and mitigation Conflict resolution and mediation Policy interpretation and application Ethical judgment and confidentiality Stakeholder influence and executive presence Ability to excel and thrive in a fast-paced, sometimes ambiguous environment Diligent in attention to details and pursue quality in accomplishing tasks Promotes cooperation and commitment within a team to achieve goals Must possess a strong commitment to company values Required Education, Experience And Certificates
Education: Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or related field (Master’s or JD preferred). Experience: Minimum of 8 years of progressive HR/Employee Relations experience, including significant experience conducting complex workplace investigations. Strong knowledge of U.S. employment law and regulations (EEOC, Title VII, ADA, FMLA, NLRA, etc.); international employment laws and regulations a plus but not required. Experience in a highly regulated industry (aerospace, defense, aviation, or federal contracting) strongly preferred. Certificates And Licenses
Professional in Human Resources, SHRM-CP, or AWI-CH (Association of Workplace Investigators) a plus but not required. Computer Skills: Intermediate skills in Microsoft Office Suite Programs and HRIS. Benefits
Health and welfare Immediate retirement plan eligibility Competitive PTO Paid Parental Leave Work Arrangement
Hybrid; minimum of 3 days/week onsite – Washington D.C. AAP/EEO Statement
Metrea Special Management LLC (MAM) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
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