Labor Relations Partner: Grievances, Negotiations & HR

Encore; Schiller Park (IL); On-site; USD 74,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

Encore is seeking a Labor Relations Business Partner to manage day-to-day union contract activities across locations. In this role you will attend first-step grievance hearings, collect information for requests for information, and serve as note taker in negotiations as needed.

You will schedule, track, and respond to union grievances and negotiation proposals, collaborating with HR and leadership to maintain compliant and efficient labor relations processes across the company.

Qualifications

• Associates degree required.
• 3+ years of experience in collective bargaining support.
• Knowledge of the National Labor Relations Act and collective bargaining experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct support in collective bargaining including note taking, scheduling, tracking, and preparing proposals.
• Oversee daily administration of collective bargaining agreements at assigned locations with HR and Leadership Team.
• Investigate grievances with HR and managers, respond to RFIs, and resolve issues internally.
• Educate and guide local HR, managers and supervisors through the grievance process.
• Support labor relations training, elections campaigns, and related activities.

Skills

Communication

Team player

Interpersonal skills

Independent worker

Proactive

Education

Associate's degree

Job description

Encore is seeking a Labor Relations Business Partner to manage day-to-day union contract activities across locations. In this role you will attend first-step grievance hearings, collect information for requests for information, and serve as note taker in negotiations as needed.

You will schedule, track, and respond to union grievances and negotiation proposals, collaborating with HR and leadership to maintain compliant and efficient labor relations processes across the company.