Labor & Employment Relations Manager

Sartorius•Bohemia, NY

1d•$125,000 - $145,000•Onsite

About The Position

Sartorius has an onsite position available for an experienced Labor & Employment Relations Manager to join our HR team and provide strategic legal guidance on labor and employment matters across North America, Canada, LATAM, and Puerto Rico. This role will partner closely with HR Business Partners and leadership to ensure compliance with employment laws, mitigate risk, and support a positive employee experience in a dynamic, global environment. Onsite role based at our Bohemia, NY site.

Requirements

Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school; licensed to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
5+ years of experience in employment law, preferably in a multinational corporate environment or reputable law firm.
Strong knowledge of U.S. employment laws (FLSA, Title VII, ADA, FMLA, etc.) and familiarity with Canada, Puerto Rico and LATAM labor frameworks.
Proven ability to manage complex, cross-border employment issues and provide practical, business-oriented solutions.
Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
Fluency in English required.

Nice To Haves

Spanish or Portuguese is a plus.

Responsibilities

Advise HR and business leaders on U.S. federal, state, and local employment laws, as well as applicable regulations in Canada, LATAM and Puerto Rico.
Draft, review, and update employment-related local policies, handbooks, and agreements (e.g., offer letters, separation agreements, confidentiality agreements).
Advise and counsel complex employee relations issues, including investigations, disciplinary actions, and terminations, ensuring legal compliance and consistency.
Support compliance programs related to wage and hour, discrimination, harassment, and workplace safety.
Monitor legislative and regulatory changes impacting employment practices and proactively recommend adjustments.
Coordinate with external counsel as needed for litigation, arbitration, or specialized regional matters.
Support the development and delivery of Employment Law Trainings to key stakeholders.

Benefits

Personal and Professional Development: Mentoring, leadership programs, internal seminar offerings
Worklife Balance: Paid vacation, sick time, corporate holidays and community service day; as well as flexible work schedules
Making an Impact Right from the Start: Comprehensive onboarding, including a virtual online platform
Welcoming Culture: Mutual support, team spirit and international collaboration; communities on numerous topics such as “Coaching”, “Agile Working” and a “Businesswomen’s Network”
Health & Well Being: Wide selection of health and well-being support such as a variety of medical plans to choose from, dental, vision, EAP, and other wellness programs.
Intelligent Working Environment: Working in smart buildings with the latest technology and equipment.
Retirement Savings Plan: 401 k (with generous company match)
Flexible Spending: HSA, FSA (dependent care & healthcare spending), Transportation Commuter Account
Company Paid Benefits: Basic Life Insurance, AD&D, EAP, Family Planning & Women’s Health, Health Advocate
Additional/Optional: Supplemental Life Insurance (employee, spouse & dependents), Legal Services, LTD & STD, Critical Illness Insurance, Student Loan Tuition Refinance Service