Employee Relations Senior Manager

Senior Employee Relations Partner – Asia (APJ) at Nutanix The Global Employee Relations team is seeking a Senior Employee Relations Partner to serve as the regional lead for Asia. In this role, you will apply deep expertise in investigations, performance management, conflict resolution, and Employee Relations best practices, combined with data analytics and program management skills, to deliver high-quality ER support across a diverse, global workforce. You will collaborate with People Business Partners, Employment Counsel, Compliance, and business leaders to foster a positive and ethical workplace culture that reflects Nutanix values. This is a highly visible, people-focused role with impact on both the employee and leadership experience. About the Team The Global Employee Relations team works to maintain a positive and productive work environment across Nutanix’s global footprint of ~7,800 employees. In the Asia Pacific & Japan (APJ) region, we support over 650 employees across 12 countries. You will report to the Senior Director & Global Head of Employee Relations and partner with colleagues worldwide to drive consistency, fairness, and impact in ER practices. Your Role In this role, you will independently lead and/or support a wide range of ER initiatives across the Asia region, including: Investigations & Case Management: Lead workplace investigations, including interviews, evidence review, findings, documentation, and remediation recommendations. Partner with leaders, People Business Partners, Legal, and other stakeholders to resolve ER cases, including corrective actions and workplace accommodations. Leverage expertise in trust-building, integrity, and discretion to influence decisions and guide outcomes with fairness. Conflict Management & Advisory: Apply strong conflict management skills to help employees and managers navigate complex situations. Act as a trusted advisor who can diffuse tension, facilitate dialogue, and work toward constructive resolution. Provide consultative guidance and strategic thought partnership on ER matters, policy application, and promoting a positive employee experience across multiple countries in Asia. Data & Insights: Serve as an ER data subject matter expert, optimizing ER tools, dashboards, and reporting. Analyze ER trends and recommend data-driven process and program improvements. Programs & Enablement: Design and deliver training, presentations, and workshops. Support global and regional ER programs, such as implementation of case management systems, process enhancements, and compliance initiatives. Special Projects: Lead or contribute to global ER initiatives and projects to enhance team effectiveness, scalability, and employee experience. What You Will Bring Bachelor’s degree or local undergraduate equivalent required in a related field; advanced degree preferred. 15+ years of Employee Relations, Human Resources, or Employment Law experience in high-tech or fast-paced industries, with extensive experience across Asia. Strong knowledge of employment law practices and deep understanding of cross-cultural nuances across the Asia Pacific region (China, ASEAN, ANZ, Korea, Japan, India). Strong expertise in investigations, conflict resolution, corrective action, workplace accommodations, and labor law application. Sound judgment and discretion, with a demonstrated passion for resolving conflict and fostering productive relationships at all levels of the organization, including the ability to instill a sense of fairness and empathy. Work Arrangement Hybrid: This role operates in a hybrid capacity, blending remote work with in-person collaboration. In locations with workplace policy (e.g., San Jose, Durham, Mexico City, Bangalore, Pune, Hoofddorp, Belgrade, Barcelona, Singapore, Sydney, Tokyo), employees are expected to work onsite a minimum of 3 days per week. Remote work may also be considered; speak with your recruiter for details. Additional team-specific guidance will be provided by your manager. #J-18808-Ljbffr