Director, Employee Relations

Akumin is a leading provider of outpatient radiology and oncology services, partnering with top hospitals and health systems nationwide to deliver advanced diagnostic imaging and exceptional patient care close to home. With a national footprint,cutting-edgetechnology, and a strong commitment to innovation and patient-centered care, our teams play a vital role in improving outcomes for millions of patients each year. We are hiring for a Director of Employee Relations to join our Human Resources team. This will be a remote position that must be based in the United States. The Director of Employee Relations will be responsible for overseeing and managing all employee relations matters, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws across all 50 states. You will manage a team of Employee Relations professionals, lead complex investigations, and partner with executive leadership to foster a positive, legally compliant, and high-performing culture. Specific duties include, but are not limited to: Strategic Leadership & Team Management Lead the ER Function: Develop, implement, and oversee the strategic direction of the Employee Relations department. Manage & Develop Talent: Lead, mentor, and develop a team of Employee Relations Managers and Specialists, ensuring high-quality support and consistent application of company policies. Advisory Partner: Act as a trusted advisor and escalation point for senior HR leaders, executive leadership, and legal counsel on high-stakes, complex employee relations matters. ​ Multi-State Compliance & Risk Management 50-State Employment Law Expertise: Ensure organizational compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws across all 50 US states (e.g., wage and hour laws, leave laws, ADA, FMLA, EEOC, state-specific mandates). Policy Development: Continuously review, update, and implement HR policies and procedures to mitigate risk and adapt to the evolving national legal landscape. Risk Mitigation: Proactively ide