Employee Relations Manager

About Us

At Versa Networks, we're revolutionizing the way businesses connect, secure, and optimize their networks. Our mission is to secure anywhere, anytime access to anything. As a leader in Secure SD-WAN, SSE (Secure Service Edge) and SASE (Secure Access Service Edge), we are empowering organizations across the globe to transform their IT infrastructure for the modern cloud era & AI era. Our innovative AI-powered platform and products enable enterprises to deliver a seamless, scalable, and secure digital experience, no matter where their users, devices, or applications are located.

Founded by industry veterans and backed by premier venture capital firms, Versa is a market leader driving innovation and growth as it positions itself for a future IPO.

We believe in fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and customer success. Our team is comprised of passionate, forward-thinking professionals dedicated to driving the future of networking technology. We encourage creativity, offer opportunities for growth, and provide a dynamic environment where our people can thrive and make an impact.

At Versa Networks, we don’t just build products – we build relationships, elevate businesses, and shape the digital future. Join us and be part of a fast-paced, cutting-edge company that's making a real difference in how the world connects and communicates.

Versa Networks is seeking an experienced Employee Relations Manager to build and manage employee relations programs and practices. This role is ideal for an HR professional with strong judgment, deep knowledge of employment law, and a passion for creating a fair, respectful, and compliant workplace.

The Employee Relations Manager will serve as a trusted advisor to leaders and employees, handling complex employee relations matters, investigations, performance concerns, and policy interpretation while partnering closely with People Operations, Legal, and leadership. This role will report directly to the CEO, and will cover a global employee population.

• Employee Relations & Investigations
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for employee relations matters, including performance issues, workplace concerns, and policy violations
  • Conduct impartial and thorough investigations related to employee complaints, including harassment, discrimination, retaliation, and misconduct
  • Document findings, recommend outcomes, and partner with leadership on appropriate corrective actions
  • Ensure consistent application of policies and practices across the organization
• Manager & Leadership Support
  • Advise and coach managers on employee relations issues, performance management, corrective action, and terminations
  • Provide guidance on conflict resolution, workplace conduct, and effective people management
  • Support leaders through sensitive employee situations with professionalism and discretion
• Policy, Compliance & Risk Management
  • Interpret and apply company policies in compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws, with strong emphasis on California regulations
  • Partner with Legal to manage risk and ensure compliance
  • Contribute to updates of HR policies, procedures, and employee handbook
  • Support responses to employee claims, agency inquiries, or audits as needed
• Training & Prevention
  • Develop and deliver training for managers and employees on employee relations topics, including workplace conduct, performance management, and respectful workplace practices
  • Promote a culture of fairness, inclusion, and accountability
  • Identify trends and proactively recommend improvements to reduce risk and improve employee experience
• Collaboration & Reporting
  • Partner closely with People Operations, Payroll, Talent Acquisition, and Legal to support employee lifecycle decisions
  • Track and analyze employee relations data and trends to inform leadership
  • Participate in HR projects related to organizational growth, change management, and culture initiatives

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field
• 8+ years of progressive HR experience, with a strong focus on employee relations
• Demonstrated experience conducting workplace investigations and…