Employee & Labor Relations Leader – Hybrid/Remote

Cox Automotive; Jackson (MS); Hybrid; USD 112,000 - 186,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation with pay

Seven paid holidays

Wellness time off (up to 160 hours)

Job summary

Cox Automotive seeks a Senior Manager of Employee & Labor Relations to lead a nationwide team, drive proactive labor relations, and guide actions to mitigate risk. The role supports a hybrid setup with travel and remote work options within the Eastern/Central time zones.

The position emphasizes building a PER program, partnering with Legal, and aligning with senior leadership on labor-relations initiatives across the U.S.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 8 years of progressive Employee Relations and Labor Relations experience.
• Alternative combinations: master's degree with 6 years experience; PhD with 3 years experience; or 12 years experience in a related field.
• 3+ years' experience leading others' work and providing coaching.
• Understanding of U.S. labor and employment laws and guidelines; including NLRB rules and precedent.
• Direct experience working with labor unions and negotiating collective bargaining agreements.
• Experience using data to tell a compelling story.
• Ability to work cross-functionally and manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Lead, develop, and manage a team of Employee Relations professionals with guidance and coaching.
• Conduct sensitive or escalated investigations.
• Identify trends and support programs for positive employee relations and engagement.
• Monitor regulatory changes and brief senior leadership.
• Collaborate with Legal to address activism and third-party activity.
• Advise ER Advisors and leaders on labor relations matters.
• Deliver labor relations training for managers and others.
• Support renegotiation of existing collective bargaining agreements.
• Foster team learning and professional development.
• Work with Employment Counsel and Communications on readiness plans.
• Perform other duties including investigations and compliance training.

Skills

Leadership experience

Investigations

Labor relations knowledge

Data storytelling

Communication

Travel up to 15%

Remote work capability

Education

Bachelor's degree in related discipline

Master's degree + 6 years experience

PhD + 3 years experience

12 years experience in related field

Tools

Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)

Job description

Cox Automotive seeks a Senior Manager of Employee & Labor Relations to lead a nationwide team, drive proactive labor relations, and guide actions to mitigate risk. The role supports a hybrid setup with travel and remote work options within the Eastern/Central time zones.

The position emphasizes building a PER program, partnering with Legal, and aligning with senior leadership on labor-relations initiatives across the U.S.