Responsable des Relations Sociales (H/F)

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Responsable Relations Sociales (H/F) / Social Relations Manager with international context
This position will serve as the country liaison for all Workplace Practices (WP) matters in France. The incumbent will closely interact and align with Business Facing and other HR entities in France and be responsible to design and drive or coordinate Workplace Practice initiatives for France.

What you will do:

The essential duties and responsibilities entail, but are not limited to the following fields of Workplace Practices (WP) work:

Works Council Relations

• Act as the central hub to coordinate Work Council (WC) / Union information and negotiations on international projects and initiatives across France.
• Lead and oversee France-wide WC negotiations and information processes, ensuring strong alignment with Business Facing HR in France.
• Provide expert legal and strategic advice on all WC/Union interactions, including the interpretation and application of French labor law.
• Develop and refine processes to ensure efficiency and compliance in cooperation with WC’s and Unions.
• Conduct training and education for HR and business leaders on French co-determination rights, bargaining agreements, and key legal obligations.
• Assess and monitor Union/WC-related risks, providing mitigation strategies in close collaboration with HR and Legal stakeholders.

HR Compliance

• Support EMEA and global WP on projects addressing compliance of HR processes in general.
• Advise on compliance risks, ensuring all policies and practices meet the highest legal standards.

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Restructurings/ RIF´s

• Provide expert guidance to business teams and HR on restructuring and RIF projects in France, ensuring full compliance with French labor law.
• Manage stakeholder alignment, apply best practices and design standards, and monitor outcomes.
• Anticipate legal risks and collateral impacts, developing strategies to minimize exposure.

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What you need:

• Demonstrated excellence in customer relations and building strong and influential relationships.
• Problem solving skills and proactive service orientation.
• Proven ability to drive programs, lead people through change and meet deliverables in a complex environment.
• Strong written, verbal communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines and in a rapidly changing regulatory and business environment.
• Demonstrated ability to work on highly confidential matters and to maintain absolute discretion and confidentiality as to those matters.

Required:

• Minimum of 5 years professional experience, with at least 3+ years in employment law or HR roles with a strong legal focus.
• Expert knowledge and practical application of French labor law, including collective bargaining, restructuring, co-determination, and union relations.
• Hands-on experience in managing negotiations with Unions and Works Councils.
• Fluent in English and negotiation-level fluent in French.
• Bachelor’s degree required

Preferred:

• Master’s degree or specialization in Employment/Labor Law strongly preferred.
• Project Management experience.
• Global leadership and/or US multinational experience.
• Experience in the development of policies, training materials and employment communication.​

What we offer:

• Flat hierarchies and responsibility. Through flat hierarchies, we strengthen the initiative and willingness of our employees to take over responsible tasks.
• We grow talent. At Stryker we offer great personal and internal career development for our employees, with the possibility to make both vertical and lateral position movement.
• Team spirit & engagement. We create engaged and inclusive teams that encourage colleagues to share their diverse perspectives and opinions.
• Competitive salary and Benefits. With us, you will receive a competitive salary and benefits commensurate with your job.
• Recognition of your performance. At our company, outstanding individual and cross-functional team performance is rewarded. Ideas, projects, or other exceptional achievements can be submitted for various awards on a local and global level.
• Employee Resource Groups (ERGs). Our ERGs are dedicated to fostering an inclusive, diverse, and supportive workplace environment. They provide opportunities for development, networking, and collaboration, and are open to all employees. Our ERGs are committed to promoting inclusion and belonging, helping every individual thrive and contribute to our shared success.

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