Union Labor Relations Manager

LeoForce; Providence (RI); Hybrid; USD 170,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid

401K match

HSA match

Top tier benefits

Vacation

Job summary

LeoForce in Providence, RI seeks a seasoned Union Labor Relations Manager to oversee all labor relations activities, craft union contracts, and guide strategic negotiations. The ideal candidate holds a JD, is licensed to practice in Rhode Island, and has 5+ years in labor relations within accounting/finance sectors.

You will collaborate with HR and management, interpret complex labor laws, and manage grievance procedures to protect the company and ensure compliant, practical outcomes.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree preferred.
• Must be licensed to practice law in the state.
• 5+ years of experience in labor relations, with focus on Accounting + Finance.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage all aspects of labor relations within the organization.
• Develop, implement, and manage company policies and procedures related to labor relations.
• Create and craft agreements, negotiate union contracts, and strategize negotiation tactics.
• Provide overall union contract administration, including language interpretation and guidance on labor issues.
• Oversee the grievance process, ensuring timely and satisfactory issue resolution.
• Collaborate with HR and management to ensure policy and labor law alignment.
• Advise management on labor law regulations, ensuring compliance and mitigating risks.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with union representatives and employees.

Skills

Labor relations

Negotiation

Policy interpretation

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Education

Juris Doctor

Bar license

Labor law knowledge

Job description

Union Labor Relations Manager

Providence, RI, US

Job Description

Experience: Manager

Salary: $170,000 - $200,000 per year

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage all aspects of labor relations within the organization.
• Develop, implement, and manage company policies and procedures related to labor relations.
• Create and craft agreements, negotiate union contracts, and strategize negotiation tactics.
• Provide overall union contract administration, including language interpretation and guidance on labor issues.
• Oversee the grievance process, ensuring all issues are resolved in a timely and satisfactory manner.
• Collaborate closely with human resources and management teams to ensure alignment with company policies and labor laws.
• Advise management on labor law regulations, ensuring compliance and mitigating legal risks.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with union representatives and employees.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school preferred.
• Must be licensed to practice law in the state.
• 5+ years of experience in labor relations, with a focus on the Accounting + Finance industry.
• Proven expertise in creating and crafting agreements, handling union contracts, and strategizing negotiations.
• Solid knowledge of labor agreements, human resources, and labor and employment laws.
• Excellent negotiation, conflict resolution, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to interpret and apply complex labor laws and regulations.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and resolve issues effectively.
• Must be detail-oriented, organized, and able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

A bit about us

We are seeking an experienced, driven, and highly skilled Labor Relations Manager (Attorney) with a strong background wiht unions. This dynamic role calls for an individual who is proficient in creating and crafting agreements, hands-on handling of union contracts, and strategizing negotiations. The ideal candidate will have a wealth of knowledge in labor agreements, human resources, and labor and employment. This role is responsible for providing overall union contract administration, including assisting with language interpretation and providing guidance on labor issues. The successful candidate will also oversee the grievance process, working collaboratively to resolve issues in a timely and satisfactory manner that best meets business objectives.

Why join us?

• Top tier benefits
• Good vacation / time off package
• 401K / match
• HSA match
• Hybrid
• 20% bonus, can pay out up to 40%
• Tons of growth