Sr/Employee & Labor Relations Manager

The role is part of our People Enablement team and will work closely with our People team, Country leadership and Employment Legal Counsel to nurture our trusted relationship with the Works Councils and Employee Representatives in Europe (e.g. France, Finland, Germany) and employee representation globally.

The role has a primary focus on the Work Council in Germany and serves as a key point of contact and advisor to the business and People teams for all works council and consultation related topics. In addition, there is an opportunity to play a key role in the leadership team of the People Enablement team to deliver consistent, efficient, and innovative ways to support our employees globally.

Key responsibilities:

• Act as the main point of contact for works council and employee representation matters

• Mentor and coach new team members, with the potential opportunity to lead the team in the future depending on experience and demonstrated leadership capability

• Provide expert advice and guidance on consultation requirements, timelines, and best practices to stakeholders and works councils
• Provide consultation, facilitation, and resolution strategies for workplace issues
• Prepare and manage works council information and consultation processes to support business decisions, while ensuring compliant documentation, governance, and adherence to local requirements in partnership with Employment Legal Counsel.
• Maintain a clear overview of all current topics, projects and deadlines related to works councils in Europe and Employee Representatives globally, necessary for compliance with statutory obligations.
• Advise, engage and educate our internal stakeholders and our works councils on consultation practices and deadlines, collecting all relevant information and managing the information or approval process.
• Plan, prepare, and facilitate regular and subject-matter related meetings with our works councils.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, employees and managers, on matters connected to our works councils and employee representation, including employee complaints received by our works councils.
• Work closely with the business and other stakeholders for the successful roll-out of company programs, policies and initiatives including employee communications.
• Stay up to date with legal changes, developments in the external market and address complex topics proactively as well as communicating to stakeholders and our works councils on the legal and operational risks on such topics.
• Represent the Employer in consultation and conversations with the works councils in a partnership with the Managing Director.

You are interested in a dynamic, fast moving, leading position and enjoy team dynamics and employee development. Colleagues describe you as a standout colleague and natural leader, who promote openness and who is able to quickly build trust, make decisions and create collaborative relationships within the team. You excel at operational efficiency planning and execution, and on top of that, you have;

• Bachelor’s or Master´s degree with an emphasis on Labor Relations, Employment Law and/or Human Resource Management.

• Educational background in law, ideally with a focus on employment law, is highly appreciated. A lawyer qualification or legal background in labor and employment matters would be considered a strong advantage.

• Minimum 10 years relevant job experience (Labor relations, Employment law or HR with Employee Relations aspects)
• Expert knowledge of works council related processes and associated relationship and stakeholder management
• Demonstrated ability to independently develop, drive and contribute to overall employee relations strategy within a rapidly changing environment or fast-paced environment
• Structured way of working, with a rigorous and detailed oriented approach
• Demonstrated ability to take a broad view of a business request and deliver solutions that balance both business and legal requirements
• Demonstrated strong negotiation skills and ability to work effectively in a global network and build the necessary rapport and relationships to be successful
• Fluency in German and English language

What we offer:

• Opportunity to work with outstanding Employment Law and HR professionals on various topics and have fun along the way!
• Collaborative and encouraging colleagues
• Challenging problems to solve
• Hybrid work is possible, but we expect you to be with your colleagues few days per week. 
• Continuous personal development opportunities
• Regular feedbacks
• Competitive salary plus bonus
• Diverse team of fantastic & talented people from 60+ countries worldwide.

HERE is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

As part of HERE Technologies employment process, candidates will be required to successfully complete a pre-employment screening process. This offer and any related claims are subject to the successful completion of a pre-employment screening. This will involve employment, education, and criminal verification if applicable. 

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