HR Manager Labor Relations

Novanta Europe GmbH; Berlin; Vor Ort; Vertraulich; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading technology company in Berlin is looking for a Labor Relations Manager to oversee labor law processes and ensure compliance. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in labor law and employee relations, along with strong communication skills. Responsibilities include advising on legal matters and collaborating with works councils. This role involves approximately 50% travel across regions.

Qualifikationen

• Several years of professional experience in labor law / employee relations.
• In-depth knowledge of German labor law and the Works Constitution Act.
• Structured and solution-oriented working style.

Aufgaben

• Advising managers and HR colleagues on labor law issues.
• Collaborating with the works council on co-determination matters.
• Developing and implementing strategies to promote positive labor relations.
• Supporting conflict resolution processes.
• Ensuring compliance with labor law regulations.

Kenntnisse

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Knowledge of German labor law

Fluent in German

Fluent in English

Ausbildung

Completed studies in law, business law, or human resources management

Jobbeschreibung

Please check out the Novanta Careersite for detailed job description:

https://novanta.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Novanta-Careers/details/HR-Manager-Labor-Relations--m-f-d-_R008615?q=R008615

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