Our client, a leading company in the e-commerce sector, is seeking a Head of Labor Relations to oversee employee relations and manage a diverse team in Berlin. The role involves maintaining constructive relationships with works councils and other employee representative bodies, offering hybrid working opportunities. Responsibilities include leading and scaling the labor relations team, defining strategic plans for employee advocacy groups, and executing negotiations with works councils. The candidate should have a passion for employee relations, proven leadership skills in HR or labor relations, and experience in collective labor law and negotiating with works councils.
The ideal candidate will have a strong background in labor relations, fluency in German and English, and the ability to engage with internal stakeholders on critical issues. They should be able to promote employee engagement, support efficient employee relations processes, and problem solve using anecdotal evidence and hard data. This role offers the opportunity to shape relationships with key employee advocacy groups, drive corporate strategy, and deliver reliable results.