Employee Relations Consultant - Remote
About The Position
The Labor Relations Consultant is an individual contributor responsible for assessing proactive labor relations needs, interpreting trends and business requirements, and supporting the implementation of solutions across assigned lines of business or geographies. The role works with minimal guidance and serves as a resource to leaders and partners on labor relations practices, risk considerations, and program execution. The position is remote for employees working anywhere in the U.S., except hires in the Minneapolis or Washington, D.C. area must work in the office at least four days per week. Remote employees must adhere to UnitedHealth Group’s Telecommuter Policy. The role supports training, risk assessment, stakeholder consultation, organizational change, program effectiveness, compliance, and maintenance of labor relations resources.
Requirements
- At least 4 years of experience in Human Resources, employee relations, and/or labor relations.
- Demonstrated organization, communication, consultation, and collaboration skills, including the ability to provide guidance on difficult issues and work with minimal supervision.
- Knowledge of NLRA fundamentals, contract administration, and compliant labor relations practices, with the ability to apply concepts in practical business situations.
- Valid driver’s license and access to reliable transportation.
Nice To Haves
- Healthcare experience.
Responsibilities
- Assess proactive labor relations needs across designated lines of business or geographies and support development and implementation of 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; provide guidance on difficult questions and maintain supporting materials and records.
- Prepare and interpret summaries, dashboards, and briefing materials to support labor relations risk assessments, identify themes, and inform decision-making.
- 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 effective relationships with key stakeholders and People Team partners; consult and facilitate communication about labor relations priorities, issues, and program execution.
- Support organizational change initiatives, including implementation of new 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 as appropriate.
- 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, subject to eligibility requirements.
- Equity stock purchase, subject to eligibility requirements.
- 401(k) contribution, subject to eligibility requirements.
- Career development opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
