Senior Employee Relations Business Partner

Position Overview

The Senior Employee Relations (ER) Business Partner is a trusted advisor who proactively manages complex employee matters end-to-end. You will lead investigations, drive policy governance, oversee immigration and leaves of absence (LOA) cases, and partner closely with business leaders, People & Culture Business Partners, Centers of Excellence (COEs), Legal, and employees. This role balances risk mitigation with a people-first mindset to enable a fair, compliant, and inclusive workplace.

Company Overview

The work we do at FUJIFILM Biotechnologies Texas has never been more important—and we are looking for passionate, mission-driven people like you who want to make a real difference in people’s lives. 

From developing the next vaccine to advancing cell and gene therapies, we collaborate with industry leaders to tackle complex challenges and deliver meaningful solutions.

If you’re ready to help transform the future of medicine, join FUJIFILM Biotechnologies. We offer a flexible work environment and we’re proud to cultivate a culture that will fuel your passion, energy, and drive—what we call Genki. 

Our state-of-the-art biomanufacturing facility is located in in College Station, Texas, which combines a small-town feel with vibrant culture, top-notch schools, and close proximity to big city life. Nestled between major hubs, it’s a dynamic location that blends convenience with innovation.

Fujifilm is globally headquartered in Tokyo with over 70,000 employees across four key business segments of healthcare, electronics, business innovation, and imaging. We are guided and united by our Group Purpose of “giving our world more smiles.” Visit: https://www.fujifilm.com/us/en/about/region/careers

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

• Investigations and Case Management

• Lead impartial, timely investigations into allegations of misconduct, harassment, discrimination, retaliation, policy violations, and performance/behavior concerns.

• Conduct interviews, collect and analyze evidence, maintain detailed case notes, and create investigation summaries and findings.

• Recommend corrective actions, remedial measures, and leadership coaching; ensure consistent application across the organization.

• Track and manage end-to-end case lifecycle with SLAs and confidentiality.

• Policy Governance and Compliance

• Review, draft, and update HR/ER policies and handbooks; ensure alignment with federal, state, and local laws and global equivalents (as applicable).

• Partner with Legal and COEs to interpret regulations and translate into clear guidance for managers and employees.

• Deliver trainings and resources to improve policy awareness and accountability.

• Immigration Program Support

• Manage and/or coordinate immigration cases with external counsel, employees, managers and Business Partners.

• Advise managers and employees on sponsorship processes, timelines, compliance obligations (e.g., LCA postings, I-9/E-Verify), and implications for workforce planning.

• Maintain accurate documentation and ensure adherence to regulatory requirements.

• Leave of Absence (LOA) and Accommodations

• Oversee LOA cases (e.g., FMLA, state leaves, parental, medical) and disability/accommodation requests under ADA.

• Provide guidance to employees and managers, ensuring timely notices, eligibility assessments, and interactive process execution.

• Coordinate with Benefits, Payroll, and managers to ensure accurate pay/benefits and smooth returns to work.

• Strategic Partnership and Coaching

• Advise and partner with leaders and Business Partners on performance management, organizational changes, restructures, and culture/engagement strategies.

• Influence stakeholders with data-backed insights and risk assessments; build manager capability through coaching and education.

• Serve as a subject matter expert across ER, immigration, and LOA topics.

• Data, Reporting, and Insights

• Maintain case data integrity; produce dashboards and trend analyses on ER, immigration, and LOA metrics.

• Identify trends; recommend preventative strategies and process improvements.

 

Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressive HR/ER experience, including leading complex investigations and advising leaders.

• Demonstrated experience managing LOA and accommodations and partnering with Benefits/Payroll.

• Experience coordinating U.S. immigration matters with external counsel and internal COEs.

• Strong knowledge of relevant employment laws and regulations.

• Exceptional interviewing, documentation, and report-writing skills; meticulous attention to detail and confidentiality.

• Proven ability to influence and coach senior leaders; strong judgment and risk assessment.

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, or related field; or equivalent experience.

Our programs are designed to focus on maintaining and enhancing all pillars of health with a robust benefits package including medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage with the option of a Health Savings Account with company contributions. In addition, we offer an industry leading 401(k)savings plan, insurance coverage, employee assistance programs and various wellness incentives. We support life-work balance with paid vacation time, sick time, and company holidays. Explore a supportive environment that enriches both your personal and professional growth! 

 

To all agencies: Please, no phone calls or emails to any employee of FUJIFILM about this requisition. All resumes submitted by search firms/employment agencies to any employee at FUJIFILM via-email, the internet or in any form and/or method will be deemed the sole property of FUJIFILM, unless such search firms/employment agencies were engaged by FUJIFILM for this requisition and a valid agreement with FUJIFILM is in place. In the event a candidate who was submitted outside of the FUJIFILM agency engagement process is hired, no fee or payment of any kind will be paid.

EEO Information

Fujifilm is committed to providing equal opportunities in hiring, promotion and advancement, compensation, benefits, and training regardless of nationality, age, gender, sexual orientation or gender identity, race, ethnicity, religion, political creed, ideology, national, or social origin, disability, veteran status, etc.

ADA Information

If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to our HR Department ([email protected] or (979) 431-3500).