Labor Relations Strategy Lead

McDonald's; Chicago (IL); Remote; USD 116,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus eligible

Long-term incentive

Health insurance

Job summary

McDonald’s is seeking a Manager-Labor Relations to lead efforts that support a positive work environment across US-based markets. You will advise owners, operators, employees, and vendors on labor trends and compliance, developing tools and training to uphold brand standards.

The role requires handling confidential information, crisis-oriented issues, and cross-market collaboration, with travel up to 40%. Strong relationship-building and data-driven decision-making are essential.

Qualifications

• Deep understanding of HR principles, concepts, and industry-standard methodologies.
• Knowledge of federal and state employee-related laws, including NLRA, wage and hour, OSHA and EEO.
• Able to work reactively on crisis-oriented issues under limitations while exercising sound judgment.
• Ability to forge deep relationships and build trust with partners and customers.
• Data-driven decision maker that identifies and manages risk and resolves contingency plans appropriately.
• Proven track-record of managing multiple projects at once with thoughtful prioritization and seeks continuous improvement.
• Ability to handle confidential information and raise issues when appropriate.
• Ability to work within a virtual team and business environment, across different time zones and travel as necessary, sometimes on short notice (up to 40%).

Responsibilities

• Lead efforts to cultivate a positive work environment aligned with McDonald’s values and brand standards.
• Advise owner/operators, employees, and vendors on labor relations and compliance.
• Triage and address complex employee and labor-related matters within markets.
• Deliver employee relations training to diverse audiences.
• Ensure tools and processes comply with employment laws and remain up-to-date.
• Monitor employment trends affecting US-based restaurants and communicate proactively.

Job description

McDonald’s is seeking a Manager-Labor Relations to lead efforts that support a positive work environment across US-based markets. You will advise owners, operators, employees, and vendors on labor trends and compliance, developing tools and training to uphold brand standards.

The role requires handling confidential information, crisis-oriented issues, and cross-market collaboration, with travel up to 40%. Strong relationship-building and data-driven decision-making are essential.