Labor Relations & HR Administration Team Leader

Yazaki Europe Middle East and Africa; Gemlik; On-site; TRY 600,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Job summary

Yazaki Europe Middle East and Africa is seeking a Labor Relations & HR Administration Team Leader for our Gemlik plant in Bursa. You will ensure compliance with Labor Law, oversee onboarding/offboarding, and manage HRIS and benefits administration, including health insurance.

You will lead Talent Acquisition, Growth & Performance Management, and drive employee relations, culture, and well-being initiatives while collaborating with Corporate Communications on employer branding.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Industrial Engineering, Psychology, Labor Economics, or related field.
• 8–10 years of progressive HR experience.
• Proven track record in leadership and developing HR teams.
• Strong data-driven decision making; HR data analytics is a plus.
• Excellent command of English, written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Ensure full compliance with Labor Law and local regulations across HR operations.
• Oversee onboarding and offboarding processes to ensure a seamless employee experience.
• Maintain HRIS integrity and benefits administration, including Health Insurance.
• Lead Talent Acquisition, Growth & Performance Management.
• Drive Employee Relations, Culture & Well-being initiatives.

Skills

Labor relations

HR leadership

Data analytics

Excel advanced

Employee relations

Education

Bachelor's in Business Administration

Industrial Engineering

Psychology

Labor Economics

Tools

HRIS systems

Advanced Excel

MS Office

Job description

Yazaki is a full systems supplier of wire harness, electrical, data products and solutions enabling vehicle electrification, connectivity, and autonomy integration. With approximately 250,000 employees in 45 countries, Yazaki is driving and optimizing vehicle electrification and power distribution architecture and developing advanced electric components for hybrid and full electric vehicles. For more information about Yazaki, please visit our website.

To strengthen our team, we are looking for Labor Relations & HR Administration Team Leader which will be located in our plant Gemlik, BURSA

What will your job be about?

• Ensure full compliance with Labor Law and local regulations across all HR operations
• Support Union relations and collective bargaining processes where applicable
• Oversee end-to-end Onboarding and Offboarding processes to ensure a seamless employee experience
• Manage Legal HR support, employee documentation, and rigorous records management/archiving
• Maintain HRIS integrity by overseeing data entry, system updates, and benefits administration (including Health Insurance)
• Design and coordinate Learning & Development (L&D) programs aligned with company strategy; assess training needs and track effectiveness to close competency gaps
• Lead and support core talent processes, including Talent Acquisition, Growth & Performance Management.
• Track and analyze HR metrics (training results, engagement surveys, etc.) to develop and execute data-driven action plans
• Drive Employee Relations, Culture & Well-being initiatives to strengthen organizational health
• Support Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and employee engagement projects that foster motivation and company culture.
• Collaborate with Corporate Communications on internal and social media content to enhance employer branding.
• Maintain, update, and ensure the implementation of HR policies and procedures
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and lead HR initiatives to increase operational efficiency

What will you bring with you?

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Industrial Engineering, Psychology, Labor Economics, or a related field
• 8–10 years of progressive experience in a similar HR role, demonstrating a solid career trajectory
• Proven track record in leadership roles, with significant experience in managing and developing HR teams
• Deep understanding of comprehensive HR practices and governance frameworks.
• Strong focus on data-driven decision-making; experience in HR Data Analytics is a significant asset
• Excellent command of English (both written and spoken), capable of working effectively in a global business environment
• High proficiency in MS Office, with advanced Excel skills for complex reporting and analysis
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; able to build trust through an empathetic and collaborative approach
• Proactive mindset with the ability to navigate complex situations and provide strategic solutions
• Exceptional leadership qualities to inspire and mentor team members
• Currently residing in or willing to relocate to Bursa

At Yazaki, we are committed to providing equal employment opportunities for everyone regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, marital status, national origin, disability, handicap, veteran status, or other legally protected status or characteristic. Equal opportunity extends to all aspects of the employment relationship.