General Motors
General Motors
General Motors is a global automotive and manufacturing company working across vehicle engineering, production, transportation, and information technology. Founded in 1908, GM develops technologies aimed at advancing mobility while pursuing its vision of zero crashes, zero emissions, and zero congestion. Its international operations bring together large, multidisciplinary teams focused on innovation, sustainable transportation, and the future of the automotive industry.

Employee Relations Investigator

Investigate workplace misconduct and policy violations for General Motors, guiding cases from initial planning through findings and final reports. Work with HR, Legal, Labor Relations, and other teams to resolve sensitive employee concerns.

Description

  • Investigate suspected misconduct and policy violations impartially, including discrimination, harassment, retaliation, bullying, and breaches of GM’s Winning with Integrity policy.
  • Manage investigations from planning through closure, including evidence gathering, analysis, and report preparation.
  • Set investigation scope, identify participants, and establish case timelines.
  • Conduct and document investigations in line with professional standards and GM protocols.
  • Share findings clearly and promptly with HR, company leaders, Legal, and other stakeholders.
  • Coordinate with HR, Labor Relations, Legal, Audit, Security, Operations, and other teams.
  • Work with HR Policy on follow-up strategies, equitable employment actions, and preventive training to reduce future risk.
  • Prepare clear, concise reports that bring together the facts, applicable policies, analysis, and conclusions.
  • Maintain accurate case records, handle and store evidence, follow retention requirements, and apply consistent quality standards.
  • Protect the confidentiality of sensitive information.

Requirements

  • At least five years of professional experience in Human Resources, corporate global investigations, Labor Relations, Legal, or Compliance.
  • At least three years of experience investigating workplace discrimination, harassment, retaliation, and other policy violations.
  • Bachelor’s degree preferred in Human Resources, Business, Industrial/Organizational Psychology, Criminal Justice, or a related field; equivalent experience is also accepted.
  • Experience managing investigations from assignment through fact-finding, analysis, and completed reports.
  • Experience interviewing complainants, subjects, and witnesses to gather information and ask investigative questions.
  • Experience assessing internal control systems and related procedures.
  • Experience recommending improvements to investigative processes.
  • Ability to identify and develop sources of information.
  • Ability to communicate openly, honestly, and promptly with people involved in investigations.
  • Ability to collaborate and build relationships across a matrixed organization.
  • Ability to investigate objectively.
  • Strong critical thinking and the ability to present a recommended course of action concisely.
  • Exceptional organizational, analytical, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple complex investigations at once.
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
  • Demonstrated discretion, sound judgment, and composure when handling sensitive, high-risk matters.
  • GM does not provide immigration sponsorship; applicants must not need GM sponsorship now or in the future.

Benefits

  • Incentive pay based on company, job-level, and individual performance.
  • Medical insurance.
  • Dental insurance.
  • Vision insurance.
  • Health Savings Account.
  • Flexible Spending Accounts.
  • Retirement savings plan.
  • Sickness and accident benefits.
  • Life insurance.
  • Paid vacation and holidays.
  • Tuition assistance programs.
  • Employee assistance program.
  • GM vehicle discounts.
  • Relocation benefits for candidates who qualify under company policy.

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