LABOR RELATIONS MANAGER (REMOTE-NEW ENGLAND)
Compass Group•REMOTE, CT
•$125,000 - $145,000•Remote
About The Position
Compass Group, the world’s leading contract foodservice company, is seeking a Labor Relations Manager to join our team. This role offers a fantastic opportunity for career development and growth.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Labor Relations, Business, or Human Resources; JD or advanced degree preferred.
- 5+ years of experience in labor relations, employee relations or human resources in a unionized, multi-site environment.
- Ability to manage and negotiate multiple CBAs simultaneously, with a track record of achieving cost-competitive, strategic outcomes.
- Experience in objective investigations, grievance handling, and preparing for arbitration proceedings.
- Strong negotiation, written, and verbal communication skills.
- Willing and able to travel 40%+ by air and automobile.
- Experience in food, vending, and support services is advantageous, along with current knowledge of National Labor Relations Act rules and precedents.
- Proficiency in remote communication and negotiation technology.
Nice To Haves
- Bilingual Capability: Preference for bilingual candidates (e.g., Spanish).
Responsibilities
- Assist in identifying and implementing strategic labor objectives that align with business goals.
- Collaborate with HR and Operations to educate employees on organized labor issues, providing insight into company policies, procedures, and labor-related best practices.
- Support the negotiation and management of labor agreements, including planning, strategy development, and execution to achieve competitive and cost-effective labor agreements that align with Compass Group’s standards.
- Assist in managing grievance and arbitration processes to maintain labor relations integrity; represent the company in mediation and arbitration proceedings as needed.
- Provide training and advice to operational management on compliance with CBAs and help foster a positive labor relations environment, aiming to minimize litigation.
- Administer multiple labor agreements concurrently, ensuring adherence to negotiated terms and effective issue resolution.
- Offer training and guidance on employee relations and CBA compliance for supervisory and management teams.
Benefits
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Life Insurance/ AD
- Disability Insurance
- Retirement Plan
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Parental Leave
- Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
- Personal Leave
- Associate Shopping Program
- Health and Wellness Programs
- Discount Marketplace
- Identity Theft Protection
- Pet Insurance
- Commuter Benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
