Associate Labor Relations Consultant - Remote
About The Position
The Associate Labor Relations Consultant is an individual contributor who assesses proactive labor relations needs, interprets trends and business requirements, and supports solutions across assigned lines of business or geographies. Working with minimal guidance, the consultant advises leaders and partners on labor relations practices, risk considerations, and program execution. The role may be performed remotely from anywhere in the U.S. Employees hired in the Minneapolis or Washington, D.C. area must work in the office at least four days per week. Remote employees must follow UnitedHealth Group’s Telecommuter Policy.
Requirements
- At least 2 years of experience in Human Resources, employee relations, and/or labor relations.
- Demonstrated organization, communication, consultation, and collaboration skills, including the ability to guide others on difficult issues and work with minimal supervision.
- Driver’s license and access to reliable transportation.
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge of NLRA fundamentals, contract administration, and compliant labor relations practices, with the ability to apply concepts in practical business situations.
- Healthcare experience.
Responsibilities
- Assess proactive labor relations needs across designated lines of business or geographies and support solutions aligned with business and workforce needs.
- Support the design and delivery of training for management and employees on labor relations best practices, contract administration, and compliant workforce behaviors; answer difficult questions and maintain supporting materials and records.
- Prepare and interpret summaries, dashboards, and briefing materials for labor relations risk assessments, identifying themes and informing decisions.
- Analyze labor relations data, site assessments, and stakeholder feedback to identify trends, assess moderately complex issues, and recommend actions for program priorities and business decisions.
- Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders and People Team partners, consulting and facilitating communication on labor relations priorities, issues, and program execution.
- Support organizational change initiatives, including implementing labor relations programs, translating concepts into practice, and promoting continuous improvement and operational excellence.
- Monitor adoption and effectiveness of labor relations toolkits and programs, gather feedback, identify non-standard issues, and elevate recommendations or concerns.
- Monitor documentation, reporting, and labor relations practices for compliance with company policies and applicable state, federal, and local regulations; identify gaps and escalate or recommend corrective actions.
- Update and maintain labor relations toolkits, playbooks, and intranet resources.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package, subject to eligibility requirements.
- Incentive and recognition programs.
- Equity stock purchase.
- 401(k) contribution.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
