Investigator, People Relations

Job Description

Your New Role
People Relations (''PR'') is a department comprised of a team of seasoned investigators located in the US, EMEA and LATAM. The primary function of the department is to conduct
objective, balanced, and thorough investigations into claims of harassment, discrimination, retaliation, and other serious policy violations in the workplace. The People Relations team
operates with the highest level of integrity and business ethics leveraging insights to influence all levels of the organization. The team acts with warmth, empathy, compassion, and creativity to drive effectiveness through the investigative process.

The Investigator role personally conducts employment investigations involving employees across all business units. The investigator role investigates and resolves employment-related claims in compliance with federal, state and local laws and Company policy and initiatives; increases employee confidence
by ensuring consistency and fairness in the interpretation and application of Company policy; by providing technical expertise to client groups, and maintaining a collaborative and productive relationship with the Employment attorneys, People & Culture Partners, Security, and other global key stakeholders to resolve complex employment issues. The investigator identifies trends related to claims and makes recommendations to address issues identified--these may
include partnership with the DEI team, training opportunities, culture enhancements, or recommending appropriate disciplinary action. This is a fully remote role that requires some flexibility and agility in work hours to support the various businesses across different time zones.

Your Role Accountabilities

Conduct investigations into concerns about violations of internal policies, such as harassment, discrimination, and retaliation

Gather, interpret, and analyze data related to the investigations as well as compose correspondence and other investigation related documents
Present oral and written updates on the investigations
At request of P&C, present investigation findings to Business Unit Executives
Support P&C partners with written counsel and talking points
Conduct workplace environment assessments for departments experiencing low morale or unidentified issues
Ensure all cases are entered into case management system on a timely basis and comply with requests from the operations team
Work on ad hoc projects to benefit the wider PR team

Qualifications & Experience

3-10 years of experience conducting employment related investigations
Undergraduate degree required.
JD or other applicable graduate degree preferred.
Demonstrated progressive Human Resources management or employment law experience
Entertainment industry experience desirable
Must be able to demonstrate operative knowledge of Human Resources policies, practices, and procedures
Must have operative knowledge of federal/local laws governing employment issues
Must handle investigations with objectivity and consistency
Must be able to handle multiple investigations and projects simultaneously
Must have excellent follow-through and a strong sense of urgency
Must be able to research and analyze data and findings
Must have excellent verbal and written communications skills with the ability to communicate
effectively with all levels of personnel including attorneys and business unit executives
Must be able to be tactful yet assertive when addressing employment issues and concerns
Must be able to utilize diplomacy, assertiveness, and adaptability attributes in dealing with senior
executives throughout the organization
Must be able to handle difficult/highly emotional personalities
Must be able to exercise keen judgment when analyzing and resolving employment issues
Must be able to uphold the highest level of confidentiality

Management has the right to add or change duties and job requirements at any time

Championing Inclusion at WBD
Warner Bros. Discovery embraces the opportunity to build a workforce that reflects the diversity of our society and the world around us. Being an equal opportunity employer means that we take seriously our responsibility to consider qualified candidates on the basis of merit, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, mental or physical disability, and genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status or any other category protected by law.

If you're a qualified candidate with a disability and you require adjustments or accommodations during the job application and/or recruitment process, please visit our accessibility page for instructions to submit your request.

In compliance with local law, we are disclosing the compensation, or a range thereof, for roles in locations where legally required. Actual salaries will vary based on several factors, including but not limited to external market data, internal equity, location, skill set, experience, and/or performance. Base pay is just one component of Warner Bros. Discovery's total compensation package for employees. Pay Range: $95,550.00 - $177,450.00 salary per year. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, short- and long-term incentives, and program-specific awards. In addition, Warner Bros. Discovery provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, an employee wellness program, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays and sick time and vacation.

If you're a qualified candidate with an arrest or conviction record, please know that your application will be considered in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

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