Labor Relations Manager

Henkel AG & Co. KGaA; Barcelona; Presencial; EUR 60.000 - 85.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A multinational consumer goods company in Barcelona is seeking an experienced Labor Relations Manager. You will lead labor relations strategies, ensure compliance with local labor laws, and oversee payroll operations while managing a team of HR professionals. Ideal candidates should have a strong background in labor relations and conflict resolution, alongside leadership capabilities. This role offers competitive compensation and opportunities for professional growth.

Formación

• Expertise in developing labor relations strategies across local legal entities.
• Strong knowledge of labor laws and compliance regulations.
• Proven experience in managing payroll operations and HR teams.

Responsabilidades

• Lead and manage labor relations strategy in alignment with corporate and local standards.
• Ensure compliance with legislation and internal HR policies.
• Act as a strategic partner for union negotiations and employee representation.

Conocimientos

Labor relations strategy development

Compliance with labor laws

Collective bargaining

Conflict resolution

Team leadership

Descripción del empleo

Overview

About this Position Job Purpose: The Iberia Labor Relations Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and managing labor relations strategies and frameworks across local legal entities. This includes ensuring compliance with labor laws, fostering positive and constructive relationships with unions and employee representatives, and managing employee relations matters in a fair and legally manner. In addition to labor relations responsibilities, the role also oversees the Iberia payroll operations and leads a team of HR professionals, ensuring operational excellence, legal compliance, and high-quality service delivery in employee administration and payroll activities.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage labor relations strategy at local levels, in alignment with corporate standards and local legal frameworks.
• Ensure compliance with employment legislation, labor agreements, and internal HR policies.
• Act as a strategic partner for union negotiations and employee representation, leading collective bargaining efforts.
• Identify potential labor relations risks, proposing and implementing proactive mitigation strategies.
• Resolve employee disputes and conflicts, ensuring fair and timely outcomes.
• Serve as the company’s representative in labor inspections, audits, and negotiations.
• Provide expert advice and training on labor law, disciplinary procedures, union interactions, and employee rights.
• Develop and maintain labor relations documentation, including agreements, grievances, and negotiation records.
• Monitor and implement changes to employment and labor law, ensuring organizational alignment.
• Collaborate with HRBP’s and Legal teams to ensure integrated and consistent approaches to people management.
• Oversee payroll operations, ensuring accurate and timely salary processing, tax compliance, and benefit administration in accordance with local laws and internal policies.
• Ensure data integrity and compliance in all personnel administration processes.
• Lead and develop a team of payroll and HR operations professionals, fostering a high-performance and service-oriented culture.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives related to payroll, HR processes, and employee experience.