Employee Relations & Ethics Lead
Dallas, Texas
Match Group – Legal /
Full-time /
Hybrid
Match Group is on a mission to change the world, bringing people together and facilitating millions of connections that otherwise might not have been possible. With tens of millions of users and an expansive global presence, our reach is expansive - and rapidly growing.
We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Employee Relations & Ethics Lead to primarily support enterprise-wide Employee Relations (approximately 70% of the role), while also supporting and advancing the company’s Ethics & Compliance program (approximately 30% of the role).This position plays a vital role in fostering a positive, ethical, and compliant workplace culture across Match Group’s portfolio of leading brands which include Tinder, OkCupid, Hinge, Plenty of Fish, Eureka, Hyperconnect, and many others.
This is a chance to join a global legal team that is proactive, collaborative and highly respected, and to work closely with internal clients in a fast-paced and challenging environment.
The successful candidate will leverage prior experience in a similar role to establish best practices in employee relations, investigations and ethics & compliance. This role will report to our VP, Employment Law, Ethics & Compliance.
When it comes to dating, the connection starts online, but the real magic happens once you meet in real life (IRL). We think the same is true for creating the best platforms, so we work together IRL in our Dallas office 3 days/week.
How You’ll Make an Impact (Employee Relations):
- Independently conduct unbiased investigations, determine findings, and prepare all required documentation. This includes but is not limited to preparing a clear and concise report summarizing findings of the investigation as well as maintaining case management/tracking tools.
- Conduct witness interviews. Analyze information collected from witnesses and evidence and reach timely and well-reasoned conclusions. This includes effectively assessing witness credibility and fostering effective communication with all individuals involved in the investigative process.
- Maintain confidentiality and sensitivity to all issues, and conduct investigations in an unbiased manner.
- Identify relevant investigation issues, potential evidence and investigative actions and identify and partner with other stakeholders as appropriate to ensure follow-up on employee concerns.
- Analyze employee relations trends with Employment Counsel and HR Leaders
- Develop proactive strategies, solutions, programs and practices that demonstrate a robust understanding of Match Group’s business objectives and dynamics.
- Ensure consistent application of company policies, employment laws and People practices across the portfolio.
- Based on data analysis, help design and facilitate training to support managers on employee relations best practices, conflict resolution, and policy application.
- Build collaborative and productive working relationships.
- Manage reasonable accommodation requests from intake through resolution including leading interactive process discussions and making determinations.
How You'll Make an Impact (Ethics & Compliance):
- Design and deliver training programs on ethics, compliance, anti-harassment, and code of conduct.
- Manage reporting channels for ethical concerns (e.g., hotline, whistleblower reports), ensuring timely, fair, and thorough investigations.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders (HR, Legal, Audit, etc.) to integrate compliance principles into business operations.
- Partner with key stakeholders to drive training completion, evaluate effectiveness training, and report actionable insights and key metrics.
- Support the implementation and continuous improvement of the U.S. ethics and compliance training and communications strategy, ensuring alignment with the global objectives, legal and regulatory requirements.
We Could Be a Match if You Have:
- 5+ years’ experience with workplace investigations (experience investigating allegations of harassment, discrimination and retaliation); Master’s Degree/JD preferred
- Prior employment law experience required.
- Knowledge of federal, state and local laws, statutes, which govern employment policies and practices.
- Consistent demonstration of ownership and accountability (driven to “do the right thing”).
- Thorough understanding and application of workplace investigations best practices and standards, including conducting neutral fact-finding interviews, navigating key partnerships, credibility assessments, and maintaining confidentiality.
- Ability to build strong working relationships across all levels of the organization.
- Excellent planning, organization and time management skills, attention to detail, ability to handle multiple tasks, and work in a fast-paced, time-sensitive environment.
- Ability to objectively communicate with employees and management through complex, difficult, and emotional issues. Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong business acumen demonstrated through familiarity with internal and external HR principles, concepts, practices, and standards.
- Ability to work on a wide range of complex matters with minimal supervision.
$130,000 - $160,000 a year
The compensation range listed above is representative of the base salary offered.
Factors such as scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, job-related skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and business considerations may influence base pay offered. This salary range is reflective of a position based in Dallas, TX. This salary will be subject to a geographic adjustment (according to a specific city and state), if an authorization is granted to work outside of the location listed in this posting.
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Why Match Group?
Our mission is simple – to help people find love and happiness! We love our employees too and understand the importance of all life's milestones. Here are some of the benefits we are proud to offer:
Mind & Body – Medical, mental health, and wellness benefits to support your overall health and well-being
Financial Wellness – Competitive compensation, 100% employer match on 401k contributions up to 10% (cap at $10,000), as well as an employee stock purchase program to help you feel supported in your financial security
Unplug – Generous PTO and 18 paid holidays so you can unplug
Career – Annual training allowance for professional development and ERG membership opportunities and events so you feel connected and empowered in your work
Family – Families come in all shapes and sizes so we offer 20 weeks of 100% paid parental leave, fertility, adoption, and child care resources, as well as pet insurance and discounts
Company Gatherings – We host fun happy hours and company events where our employees get to know each other and build a sense of connection and belonging!
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and we value the rich dynamics that diversity brings to our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, disability, marital status, age, sexual orientation, sex (including pregnancy and sexual harassment), gender identity or expression, uniformed service or veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristic. Period.
If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the hiring process — such as during pre-employment testing or interviews — please indicate this by selecting “Yes” in the accommodation request field. We’ll reach out to discuss your needs if you're selected for the interview stage.
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