VP, Industrial Relations

Paramount; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 210,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Attractive compensation

Comprehensive benefits packages

Generous paid time off

Opportunities for virtual engagement events

Job summary

A leading global media and entertainment company is seeking a Vice President, Industrial Relations in Los Angeles. The VP will manage labor relations strategies, oversee grievance processes, and support negotiations. Candidates must have 12+ years of experience in labor relations, preferably in the entertainment sector, along with a Bachelor's degree. This role offers a competitive salary between $210,000 and $250,000 and comprehensive benefits, promoting a collaborative workplace environment.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of experience in labor relations, preferably in the entertainment industry.
• Strong working knowledge of labor law and collective bargaining agreements.
• Experience managing grievance procedures and workplace investigations.

Responsibilities

• Administer and interpret collective bargaining agreements.
• Manage the labor grievance process.
• Support arbitration preparation and collective bargaining negotiations.

Skills

Strong communication

Negotiation skills

Problem-solving skills

Leadership capabilities

Education

Bachelor’s degree in industrial relations or related field

Job description

Overview

The Vice President, Industrial Relations is responsible for supporting the development and execution of industrial relations strategies and ensuring the effective administration of collective bargaining agreements. This role provides guidance to production and studio leadership on labor relations matters, manages grievance processes, and works closely with union representatives to maintain productive working relationships. The VP serves as a key operational leader within the Industrial Relations team, partnering with senior leadership to support negotiations, ensure contractual compliance, and facilitate cost-effective production operations.

Responsibilities

• Administer and interpret collective bargaining agreements to support the efficient and cost-effective production of Paramount’s physical productions and studio operations.
• Manage the labor grievance process, including reviewing investigations, assessing contractual positions, and negotiating resolutions with union representatives where appropriate.
• Support arbitration preparation and proceedings in matters that are not resolved through the grievance process.
• Assist senior leadership in collective bargaining negotiations by providing analysis, strategy support, and operational expertise.
• Identify issues within existing labor agreements and recommend solutions or improvements to leadership.
• Work with unions and industry partners to obtain contract interpretations, waivers, or other agreements that support production needs.
• Provide guidance to production management on disciplinary actions and personnel matters involving union employees.
• Oversee or conduct investigations related to workplace issues involving represented employees.
• Assist in the development and implementation of training programs for supervisors and production teams regarding contractual compliance and labor relations practices.
• Partner with legal counsel and internal stakeholders regarding labor-related litigation and administrative matters.
• Assist with responses to administrative charges from agencies such as the EEOC, DFEH, Labor Commissioner, and NLRB.
• Supervise and mentor members of the Industrial Relations team.

Basic Qualifications

• 12+ years of experience in labor relations, preferably within the entertainment industry, motion picture production, or studio operations.
• Bachelor’s degree in industrial relations, Business Management, or a related field.

Additional Qualifications

• Strong working knowledge of labor law and entertainment industry collective bargaining agreements.
• Experience managing grievance procedures and workplace investigations.
• Ability to build and maintain productive relationships with union representatives and internal stakeholders.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated leadership and team management capabilities.

Paramount Skydance Corporation (NASDAQ: PSKY) is a leading global media and entertainment company that creates premium content and experiences for audiences worldwide. Driven by iconic studios, networks and streaming services, Paramount's portfolio of consumer brands includes CBS, Showtime Networks, Paramount Pictures, Nickelodeon, MTV, Comedy Central, BET, Paramount+, and Pluto TV, among others. Paramount delivers the largest share of the U.S. television audience and boasts one of the industry's most important and extensive libraries of TV and film titles. In addition to offering innovative streaming services and digital video products, the company provides powerful capabilities in production, distribution and advertising solutions.

Additional Information

Hiring Salary Range: $210,000.00 - 250,000.00.

The hiring salary range for this position applies to New York City, California, Colorado, Washington state, and most other geographies. Starting pay for the successful applicant depends on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education. The benefits available for this position include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, tuition assistance program and PTO or, if applicable, as otherwise dictated by the appropriate Collective Bargaining Agreement. This position is bonus eligible.

What We Offer

• Attractive compensation and comprehensive benefits packages. Check out our full list of benefits here: https://www.paramount.com/careers/benefits
• Generous paid time off.
• An exciting and fulfilling opportunity to be part of one of Paramount’s most dynamic teams.
• Opportunities for both on-site and virtual engagement events.
• Unique opportunities to make meaningful connections and build a vibrant community, both inside and outside the workplace.
• Explore life at Paramount: https://www.paramount.com/careers/life-at-paramount

Paramount is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) including disability/vet. At Paramount, the spirit of inclusion feeds into everything that we do, on-screen and off. From the programming and movies we create to employee benefits/programs and social impact outreach initiatives, we believe that opportunity, access, resources and rewards should be available to and for the benefit of all. Paramount is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, and Veteran status. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access https://www.paramount.com/careers as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by calling 212.846.5500 or by sending an email to [e-mail]. Only messages left for this purpose will be returned.