European Labor Relations Leader

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Job Description Summary

The European (EU) Labor Relations Leader drives GE Vernova Labor Relations strategy in Europe in partnership with Business HR leaders who own labor relation for their respective businesses. Lead deployment of companywide initiatives in the region and advises management on labor issues in the region and risk management.

Job Description

·  Provide thought leadership and overall direction to the European labor relations strategy for GE Vernova
·  Develop strong partnership with GE Vernova HR leaders and operations management leaders to support management of employees’ representatives in an effective manner avoiding disruptions to the business and minimizing any limits to management flexibility.
·  Manage the relationship with GE Vernova European Works Council
·  Facilitate alignment across key stakeholder groups (business and functional) to enable a shared approach of priorities and objectives
·  Accountable for the setting of direction and narrative of all communications / interface with internal/external EU labor representatives
·  Propose strategies for European labor agenda and measure effectiveness in terms of impact on goals, monitor and adjust as appropriate
·  Liaise and / or develop effective and efficient communications in partnership with stakeholders to drive awareness and/or activation to meet labor objectives
·  Act as focal for all aspects related to labor and/or local labor representatives advising management on labor issues in the region and risk management and providing labor expertise in potential acquisition and divestiture projects.
·  Build organizational capability in labor relations in GE Vernova, including training/education as well as tool and processes to share best practices
·  Support key negotiation preparation and act as a non-participant advisor to local collective negotiations and bargain directly as required.
·  Establish strong partnership with GE Vernova labor & employment leader to align with business and regional approaches

Basic Qualifications:

·  Masters’ degree or similar equivalent of knowledge/experience in labor law or industrial relations.
·  Significant experience with demonstrated performance and success in labor relations leadership roles
·  Experience in working with and understanding of laws, rules, regulations and practices related to negotiating and administering labor agreements
·  Must be able to travel ~20%+/- of the time

Desired Characteristics:

·  Excellent consultative and influencer skills with proven ability to identify needs, propose solutions, and align stakeholders on required changes and assessment of outcomes
·  Demonstrated ability to perform inclusively in a diverse environment and to promote inclusion and diversity in the workplace
·  Strong interpersonal, writing, and presentation skills; ability to conceptualize, structure, and present compelling stories to a wide range of audiences
·  Strategic & system thinker – able to quickly process complex information, identify interdependencies, assess trades, and make challenging decisions
·  Excellent business and financial acumen, and ability to contribute to business discussions as leadership team member, beyond functional specialization.
·  Proven global leadership skills – demonstrated ability to establish a clear vision, break down barriers, and empower teams

Applications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. However, non-EU/EEA candidates may not be appointed to a post if a suitably qualified, experienced and skilled EU/EEA candidate is available to take up the post, as the employing body is unlikely, in these circumstances, to satisfy the Resident Labour Market Test. For further information please visit the http://www.ukba.homeoffice.gov.uk/visas-immigration/working - UK Border Agency website.

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: No

- This is a remote position