DIRECTOR OF LABOR RELATIONS (REMOTE-CALIFORNIA/ARIZONA)

Compass Group; Charlotte (NC); Remote; USD 150,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Labor Relations Director to lead high-volume collective bargaining negotiations. This role requires a candidate with extensive experience in managing multiple CBAs and a strong background in labor relations. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in strategic negotiation, grievance handling, and internal consultation. Join a company that values career development and offers a competitive salary along with a comprehensive benefits package. If you have the skills to foster positive labor relations and drive strategic objectives, this is the opportunity for you!

Benefits

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance/AD

Disability Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Holiday Time Off

Associate Shopping Program

Health and Wellness Programs

Qualifications

• 7+ years in Labor Relations with extensive CBA negotiation experience.
• Bachelor’s degree required; JD preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead high-volume CBA negotiations and grievance processes.
• Partner with HR to educate on labor issues and compliance.

Skills

Negotiation Skills

Communication Skills

Grievance Handling

Labor Relations Expertise

Bilingual Capability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Labor Relations, Business, or Human Resources

JD or advanced degree

Tools

Remote Communication Technology

Job description

DIRECTOR OF LABOR RELATIONS (REMOTE-CALIFORNIA/ARIZONA)

Join to apply for the DIRECTOR OF LABOR RELATIONS (REMOTE-CALIFORNIA/ARIZONA) role at Compass Group USA

Salary: $150K-$170K + BONUS

Pay Grade: 17

Job Summary:

Compass Group, the world’s leading contract foodservice company, has a Great Opportunity for career development and growth as a Labor Relations Director. We seek a candidate with robust 1st chair experience in leading high-volume collective bargaining agreement (CBA) negotiations. Candidates will possess deep expertise in handling numerous CBAs simultaneously, from planning and preparing to actively leading complex negotiations. The ideal candidate has a demonstrated record of effectively managing a high volume of CBAs across multiple union partners and geographies, handling grievances, and preparing for negotiations, arbitrations, and disciplinary hearings.

This position is accountable for assisting operational management in achieving labor relations environments that are cost-effective, cost-competitive, consistent with Company policies, procedures, work rules, and free of unnecessary litigation. The role negotiates and administers collective bargaining agreements and provides internal consultation and training to operational management.

Responsibilities:

• Strategic Labor Objectives: Identify and implement strategic labor objectives that align with business goals.
• Union Partnership & Education: Partner with HR and Operations to educate employees on all organized labor issues, providing insight into company policies, procedures, and labor-related best practices.
• CBA Negotiation & Management: Act as the chief negotiator for numerous labor agreements, overseeing planning, strategy development, and execution to achieve competitive and cost-effective labor agreements that align with Compass Group’s standards.
• Grievance and Arbitration Oversight: Lead high-volume grievance and arbitration processes to maintain labor relations integrity; act as the company’s representative and advocate in mediation and arbitration proceedings.
• Internal Consultation & Training: Train and advise operational management on compliance with CBAs and help foster a positive labor relations environment, aiming to minimize litigation.
• CBA Administration: Administer multiple labor agreements concurrently, ensuring adherence to negotiated terms and effective issue resolution.
• Employee Relations Support: Provide training and guidance on employee relations and CBA compliance for supervisory and management teams.

Qualifications:

• Educational Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Labor Relations, Business, or Human Resources; JD or advanced degree preferred.
• Labor Relations Experience: 7+ years in Labor Relations within a multi-location, unionized environment, with extensive experience leading CBA negotiations as the 1st chair.
• Volume CBA Negotiation Experience: Proven ability to manage and negotiate a high volume of CBAs simultaneously, with demonstrated success in cost-competitive, strategic outcomes.
• Disciplinary and Grievance Experience: Skilled in objective investigations, grievance handling, and preparing for arbitration proceedings.
• Communication Skills: Excellent negotiation, written, and verbal communication skills, especially in a chief spokesperson role.
• Travel Requirements: Willing and able to travel 60%+ by air and automobile.
• Industry Knowledge: Experience in food, vending, and support services is advantageous, along with current knowledge of National Labor Relations Act rules and precedents.
• Bilingual Capability: Strong preference for bilingual candidates (e.g., Spanish).
• Technical Skills: Advanced proficiency in remote communication and negotiation technology.

Apply to Compass Group today!

Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Compass Corporate maintains a drug-free workplace. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Associates At Corporate Are Offered Many Fantastic Benefits:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance/ AD
• Disability Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Req ID: 1402746

Compass Corporate

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