Director, Labor Relations

Rivian; Normal (IL); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Director of Labor Relations to join their dynamic team. This pivotal role involves guiding labor relations strategies, ensuring compliance with labor laws, and fostering a positive employee experience. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in managing labor relations, negotiating collective bargaining agreements, and providing strategic support to various stakeholders. In this collaborative environment, you'll work closely with senior leadership to navigate complex labor issues and cultivate a culture of teamwork and improvement. If you are passionate about labor relations and want to make a meaningful impact, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical/Rx Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Flexible Work Environment

Qualifications

• 7+ years of labor relations experience with a focus on collective bargaining.
• Strong knowledge of National Labor Relations Act and case law.

Responsibilities

• Serve as primary contact for labor relations matters and collective bargaining.
• Develop labor relations strategies aligned with business objectives.

Skills

Labor Relations

Negotiation

Compliance

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources

Master's Degree or Law Degree

Job description

About Rivian

Rivian is on a mission to keep the world adventurous forever. This goes for the emissions-free Electric Adventure Vehicles we build, and the curious, courageous souls we seek to attract.

As a company, we constantly challenge what’s possible, never simply accepting what has always been done. We reframe old problems, seek new solutions and operate comfortably in areas that are unknown. Our backgrounds are diverse, but our team shares a love of the outdoors and a desire to protect it for future generations.

Role Summary

The Director, Labor Relations is part of the Company’s global Labor & Employment Legal Team and will serve as a strategic partner to Rivian’s People Team and other key stakeholders, providing support and guidance on a variety of labor relations matters to promote a positive employee experience and ensure legal compliance. This role will report to the Head of Labor & Employment and collaborate with other senior leaders across the organization.

Responsibilities

This is what you’ll do:

1. Serve as the primary point of contact for all labor relations matters, including union organizing drives, union campaigns, petitions, collective bargaining, mediation, arbitration and administrative charges.
2. Provide day-to-day advice to legal, human resources, and business teams on a broad range of labor matters, including issue spotting, strategy, planning, compliance, and project execution.
3. Monitor employee climate to identify workforce opportunities and trends, and recommend proactive solutions based on business needs and best practices.
4. Develop and implement labor relations strategies and programs that support the company’s business objectives.
5. Work in collaboration with the People Team on the development, administration, interpretation and application of labor and employment policies and programs.
6. Monitor and analyze labor relations trends and provide strategic guidance on labor-specific issues to senior leadership.
7. Work closely with business leaders to proactively respond to shifting business needs and associated labor implications.
8. Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local labor laws and regulations.
9. Conduct training for management and relevant stakeholders on labor relations topics.
10. Cultivate a culture of collaboration, learning, and ongoing improvement within a cross-functional team.

Qualifications

This is what you’ll bring:

1. Bachelors Degree in Human Resources, Labor Relations, or a related field. Master’s degree and/or law degree is preferred.
2. At least seven (7) years of experience in labor relations, managing and negotiating collective bargaining agreements, handling arbitrations and managing issues related to union organizing drives.
3. Strong knowledge and understanding of the National Labor Relations Act, including related case law and current trends.
4. The ability to build and maintain trusting relationships with employees, managers, and other internal and external stakeholders across varying levels and roles.
5. Ability to be flexible in a fast-paced environment with limited direction, balance competing priorities, and manage several time-sensitive projects at once.
6. Experience managing and completing complex projects.
7. Strong leadership skills and capabilities.
8. Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, and ability to facilitate discussion with and present to executive leadership on labor relations matters.
9. A commitment to teamwork, collaboration and professionalism.

This is where you’ll work:

Department: Legal, Regulatory and Public Policy
Location: Normal, IL (On-Site), some travel required.

Pay Disclosure

Salary Range: $150,000-200,000 (actual compensation will be determined based on experience, and other factors permitted by law).

Benefits Summary: Rivian provides robust medical/Rx, dental and vision insurance packages for full-time employees, their spouse or domestic partner, and children up to age 26. Coverage is effective on the first day of employment, and Rivian covers most of the premiums.

Equal Opportunity

Rivian is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information or characteristics, physical or mental disability, marital/domestic partner status, age, military/veteran status, medical condition, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Rivian is committed to ensuring that our hiring process is accessible for persons with disabilities. If you have a disability or limitation, such as those covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act, that requires accommodations to assist you in the search and application process, please email us at [e-mail].

Candidate Data Privacy

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