Remote Associate Relations Manager — Part-Time

Anicura AS; Oslo; On-site; NOK 900,000 - 1,200,000; Part time

Job summary

AniCura AS is seeking an experienced Associate Relations Manager to lead employee and labour relations activities across Norway in a fully remote role. This strategic position partners with leaders, P&O teams, Legal, and employee representatives to strengthen engagement, manage complex people matters, and support organizational success.

Fluent in English and Norwegian, with 5+ years in ER/IR, you will guide investigations, advise on performance management, and ensure compliance with local laws.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in employee and/or labour relations within a complex, regulated or unionised environment.
• Proven experience managing complex investigations and sensitive people matters.
• Strong understanding of employment law, compliance frameworks, and case management.
• Experience supporting organisational change and labour negotiations is highly desirable.
• Knowledge of Workday or other HRIS platforms is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead employee and labour relations activities across the country to ensure fair, compliant practices.
• Oversee workplace investigations with consistency and objectivity.
• Advise managers on performance management, disciplinary processes, and risk mitigation.
• Collaborate with Legal, P&O, and Works Councils to support negotiations and changes.
• Build capability and coach leaders on best practices and compliance.

Skills

Employee relations

Labour relations

Investigations

Employment law

Compliance

Stakeholder management

Change management

Leadership coaching

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/BA/Law

Tools

Workday

Job description

AniCura AS is seeking an experienced Associate Relations Manager to lead employee and labour relations activities across Norway in a fully remote role. This strategic position partners with leaders, P&O teams, Legal, and employee representatives to strengthen engagement, manage complex people matters, and support organizational success.

Fluent in English and Norwegian, with 5+ years in ER/IR, you will guide investigations, advise on performance management, and ensure compliance with local laws.