- Salary
- $124k – $184k
- Location
- US-CA - Irvine, United States of America · Santa Clara, CA
- Workplace
- Onsite
- Type
- Full-time
- Department
- Human Resources
- Seniority
- Mid
- Experience
- 6+ years
- Education
- Bachelor
- Industry
- Technology
- Category
- Human Resources
- Role type
- Individual Contributor
- Environment
- Office
- Source
- Workday
Overview
The Employee Relations Specialist will handle complex workplace issues, coach managers, and ensure compliance with employment laws. You’ll conduct investigations, analyze ER data, and collaborate with HR, Legal, and Compliance teams on sensitive matters.
Description
About Marvell
Marvell’s semiconductor solutions are the essential building blocks of the data infrastructure that connects our world. Across enterprise, cloud and AI, and carrier architectures, our innovative technology is enabling new possibilities.
At Marvell, you can affect the arc of individual lives, lift the trajectory of entire industries, and fuel the transformative potential of tomorrow. For those looking to make their mark on purposeful and enduring innovation, above and beyond fleeting trends, Marvell is a place to thrive, learn, and lead.
Your Team, Your Impact
The Employee Relations (ER) Specialist is responsible for leading and managing complex employee relations matters across the organization. This role provides strategic and tactical guidance to leaders and HR partners on workplace issues, ensuring fair, consistent, and legally compliant outcomes. The position plays a critical role in fostering a positive work environment, mitigating risk, and promoting organizational effectiveness through proactive ER practices.What You Can Expect
Employee Relations Specialist (P4)
Key Responsibilities:
Manager Coaching & Support
- Provide coaching and guidance to managers on performance management, employee conduct, conflict resolution, and workplace policies
- Guide and support managers in handling performance management matters, including goal setting, feedback, performance improvement, and corrective action processes
- Support leaders in delivering corrective actions, performance improvement plans (PIPs), and employee communications
- Build manager capability in handling employee relations issues effectively and proactively
Investigations & Compliance
- Conduct and oversee thorough, impartial investigations into complaints, including discrimination, harassment, retaliation, and policy violations
- Ensure investigations are completed in a timely manner with proper documentation and adherence to legal and company standards
- Partner with Legal, Compliance, and HR leadership on sensitive and high-exposure matters
- Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations
Data Analysis & Reporting
- Analyze ER data, trends, and metrics to identify systemic issues and recommend solutions
- Prepare reports and presentations for leadership summarizing risks, insights, and action plans
Collaboration & Influence
- Collaborate cross-functionally with HR Business Partners, Talent, Legal, and Compliance teams
- Act as a key stakeholder in organizational initiatives such as restructuring, workforce planning, and culture transformation efforts
What We're Looking For
Qualifications
Required
- Bachelor's degree in human resources, Business Administration, or related field
- 6–10+ years of progressive HR experience, with a strong focus on employee relations
- Proven experience managing complex ER cases and workplace investigations
- Strong knowledge of employment laws and regulations
- Demonstrated ability to influence and build relationships with senior leaders
Preferred
- Master’s degree or HR certification (e.g., SPHR, SHRM-SCP)
- Experience in a multi-state or global environment
- Background in union or non-union environments (as applicable)
Key Competencies
- Strategic thinking and problem-solving
- Conflict resolution and negotiation
- Strong judgment and decision-making
- Emotional intelligence and discretion
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills
- Ability to manage sensitive and confidential information
Work Environment & Expectations
- Ability to handle high-volume, fast-paced, and sensitive work environment
- Flexibility to support multiple locations/time zones (if applicable)
- Occasional travel may be required
Expected Base Pay Range (USD)
124,200 - 183,820, $ per annumThe successful candidate’s starting base pay will be determined based on job-related skills, experience, qualifications, work location and market conditions. The expected base pay range for this role may be modified based on market conditions.
Additional Compensation and Benefit Elements
Marvell is committed to providing exceptional, comprehensive benefits that support our employees at every stage - from internship to retirement and through life’s most important moments. Our offerings are built around four key pillars: financial well-being, family support, mental and physical health, and recognition. Highlights include an employee stock purchase plan with a 2-year look back, family support programs to help balance work and home life, robust mental health resources to prioritize emotional well-being, and a recognition and service awards to celebrate contributions and milestones. We look forward to sharing more with you during the interview process.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.
Any applicant who requires a reasonable accommodation during the selection process should contact Marvell HR Helpdesk at [email protected].
Interview Integrity
To support fair and authentic hiring practices, candidates are not permitted to use AI tools (such as transcription apps, real-time answer generators like ChatGPT or Copilot, or automated note-taking bots) during interviews.
These tools must not be used to record, assist with, or enhance responses in any way. Our interviews are designed to evaluate your individual experience, thought process, and communication skills in real time. Use of AI tools without prior instruction from the interviewer will result in disqualification from the hiring process.
This position may require access to technology and/or software subject to U.S. export control laws and regulations, including the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). As such, applicants must be eligible to access export-controlled information as defined under applicable law. Marvell may be required to obtain export licensing approval from the U.S. Department of Commerce and/or the U.S. Department of State. Except for U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents, or protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), all applicants may be subject to an export license review process prior to employment.
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About Marvell
Marvell’s semiconductor solutions are the essential building blocks of the data infrastructure that connects our world. The company designs cutting-edge high-performance integrated circuits shipped into top hyper-scale and telecom networks.
