HR Manager Labor Relations

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Summary

As Labor Relations Manager, you are responsible for the strategic and operational management of all labor law matters within the region EMEA. You act as a central interface between HR, management, and the works councils, ensuring that all labor law processes are designed in a legally compliant, transparent, and cooperative manner.

Tasks

Primary Responsibilities

• Advising managers and HR colleagues on labor law issues
• Collaborating with the works council on co-determination matters, especially regarding projects, restructuring, and company agreements
• Developing and implementing strategies to promote positive labor relations
• Supporting conflict resolution processes
• Ensuring compliance with labor law regulations and internal policies
• Implementing global HR projects in accordance with the German Works Constitution Act (BetrVG)
• Negotiating and coordinating with works councils as part of international and local HR initiatives
• Represent the company in labor law disputes, including coordination with legal counsel and external stakeholders.
• Drafting and reviewing labor law documents (e.g., employment contracts, warnings, terminations)
• Conducting training sessions on labor law topics for managers and HR staff
• Support labor law topics and employee relations matters in other European countries in coordination with local HR and legal teams.

Requirements

Required Experience, Education, Skills, Training and Competencies

• Completed studies in law, business law, human resources management or a comparable field
• Several years of professional experience in labor law / employee relations
• In-depth knowledge of German labor law and the Works Constitution Act
• Strong communication and negotiation skills
• Structured and solution-oriented working style
• Business fluent German and English skills (spoken and written)

Travel Requirements

• Ca. 50% travel, including internationally
• Regular presence at the Novanta sites in Berlin, Ludwigsstadt and Wackersdorf