Labor Relations

Job description

Job Description Summary

The Labor Relations role is responsible for providing expert guidance and support in labor relations matters to ensure alignment with business goals and compliance with collective bargaining agreements (CBAs). The role requires a strong understanding of business operations and labor laws, with direction from senior HR partners. This position is strategically allocated based on current business needs, focusing on fostering positive labor relations and effectively managing labor-related challenges within the organization. The specialist will play a key role in negotiating, interpreting, and implementing CBAs, and will serve as a vital liaison between management and labor representatives.

Job Description

Key responsibilities

Role Scope:

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Collect & challenge the I/C data (information & consultation data)

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Build consultation materials as needed

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Ensure execution of agreements

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Lead negotiations with the mandate from HR

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Manage union relationship

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Supporting expertise and controls

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Collective agreement litigations

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Play a coordinator role with labor authorities

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Manage negotiations and follow-up with the unions

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Partnership with the legal entity HR leads

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Regular meetings with the works councils

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Manage site establishments, learning activities, coordinating meetings

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Generate and communicate mandatory/labor required reports (i.e., gender, disability) –

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Other adhoc related activities

Required Qualification/Skills

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Education & Experience: MBA/MSW/PGDM in HR or equivalent with 2-3  years of experience in Industrial Relations preferably in a Labour Relations in a unionized factory/plant environment.

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Factory / Plant Exposure: Proven experience in handling shop-floor labour relations and union management

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Legal & Statutory Compliance: knowledge  of labour laws and statutes; hands-on experience in liaising with factory inspectors, PF/ESIC authorities, and other labour department inspections.

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Labour & Employment Cases: Experience in managing legal cases related to labour and employment matters, including coordination and follow-up with legal counsel.

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Disciplinary Actions & Enquiries: Experience in conducting domestic enquiries and disciplinary actions

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Fluent in local language.

 

Desired Characteristics:

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Soft Skills / Leadership: Strong communication, networking, influencing, negotiation, analytical and leadership skills with ability to manage sensitive union matters and engage with multiple stakeholders

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes