Employee & Labor Relations Consultant Germany and Austria (m / f / d), Frankfurt am Main

AMEX; Frankfurt; Hybrid; EUR 60.000 - 90.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading company in the financial sector seeks an Employee & Labor Relations Consultant in Frankfurt. The role involves supporting employee relations projects, liaising with works councils, and providing legal expertise in labor law. Candidates should possess a law degree and relevant experience, with a strong focus on communication and detail-oriented tasks.

Leistungen

Financial well-being and retirement support

Flexible work arrangements

Healthy Living activities

Onsite relaxation spaces

Parental perks

Workplace health consultations

Confidential counselling

Career development opportunities

Qualifikationen

• At least 4 years of experience in employee relations or HR.
• Advanced knowledge of German and preferably Austrian labor law.
• Experience with works councils in a multinational environment.

Aufgaben

• Lead works council consultations on various initiatives.
• Provide guidance on collective and individual labor law.
• Develop and update works council agreements and guidelines.

Kenntnisse

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Ausbildung

University degree in law

Tools

Microsoft Office

Jobbeschreibung

At American Express, our culture is built on a 175-year history of innovation, shared Leadership Behaviors, and an unwavering commitment to support our customers, communities, and colleagues. As part of Team Amex, you'll experience this support through comprehensive well-being programs and numerous opportunities for learning, leadership development, and career growth.

Your voice and ideas matter here, your work makes an impact, and together, we shape the future of American Express.

How will you make an impact in this role?

As an Employee & Labor Relations Consultant, you will support employee and labor relations projects in Germany and Austria. You will foster constructive collaboration with works councils, help shape our culture of fairness, and provide expertise to business leaders and colleagues.

The Colleague & Labor Relations (CLR) department is part of American Express's Human Resources team. We work closely with business leaders, the Country Executive Team, and other departments such as Legal, Compliance, and international project teams.

Reporting to the Manager of Colleague and Labor Relations for Germany & Austria, your responsibilities include:

1. Leading and supporting works council consultations on initiatives like the implementation of new IT systems, compensation programs, re-organizations, and other projects.
2. Providing guidance on collective and individual labor law for Germany and Austria.
3. Developing and updating works council agreements, contract templates, and guidelines.
4. Supporting disciplinary case management.
5. Participating in global CLR initiatives and projects.

Minimum Qualifications:

• University degree (e.g., Staatsexamen, Magister/Magistra in law, L.L.M. in German labor or economic law) and at least 4 years of experience as an employee relations specialist or HR generalist, or as a labor law professional.
• Advanced knowledge of German and preferably Austrian labor law.
• Experience working with works councils in a multinational environment.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, capable of liaising at all organizational levels.
• Attention to detail while understanding broader implications.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Fluency in German and English, both written and verbal.

We support our colleagues and their loved ones with benefits that promote holistic well-being, including physical, financial, and mental health support throughout all life stages. Benefits include:

• Financial well-being and retirement support
• Flexible work arrangements, hybrid and virtual options via Amex Flex
• Healthy Living activities and webinars, onsite health screenings
• Onsite relaxation spaces, massages, and wellness programs
• Parental perks such as breastfeeding rooms, childcare services, and allowances
• Workplace health consultations with Occupational Doctors
• Confidential counselling through Healthy Minds
• Career development and training opportunities

Amex Flex offers flexibility to thrive both personally and professionally, with specific guidelines in Germany for onsite, hybrid, or virtual work based on role and business needs.

Employment is contingent upon successful background verification, in accordance with applicable laws.