Starbucks · 4 months ago
director, labor relations campaigns (Remote-U.S.)
Starbucks is a mission-driven organization seeking a Director of Labor Relations Campaigns to lead a high-impact team focused on proactive labor relations strategy across North America. In this role, you will develop and execute labor relations campaign strategies, manage a team of Labor Relations Managers, and partner with senior leaders to ensure alignment with business goals and compliance with labor laws.
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Responsibilities
Lead with purpose through our Mission & Values, building a culture of trust, transparency, and direct engagement
Develop and execute national labor relations campaign strategies, ensuring alignment with enterprise risk priorities and regional business needs
Manage and mentor a team of Labor Relations Managers, providing strategic direction, coaching, and development
Partner with senior leaders and executives to assess risk, define strategy, and implement proactive and reactive labor relations plans
Leverage data and analytics to identify trends, assess vulnerability, and drive insights that inform campaign planning and leadership development
Serve as a trusted advisor to VPs and cross-functional partners, integrating labor relations perspectives into business decisions and operational planning
Design and oversee enterprise-wide training programs to build leadership capability in labor relations and campaign response
Ensure compliance with labor laws and internal policies, including NLRA, ADA, FMLA, and other relevant regulations
Model inclusive leadership, embedding equity, diversity, and accessibility into all labor relations practices and partner experiences
Qualification
Required
8+ years of progressive experience in labor relations, human resources, or employee relations, including campaign strategy and union avoidance
8+ years of leadership experience managing high-performing teams with multi-functional accountabilities
Deep knowledge of campaigning, collective bargaining, grievance processes, contract administration, and labor law compliance
Proven ability to consult with senior leaders and influence business outcomes through strategic labor relations guidance
Strong analytical skills with experience using data to assess risk and drive decision-making
Excellent communication, facilitation, and relationship-building skills across all levels of the organization
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and comfort working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
Preferred
Experience in high-growth or high-risk industries such as retail, logistics, or manufacturing
Benefits
Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, and other voluntary insurance benefits
Short-term and long-term disability
Paid parental leave
Family expansion reimbursement
Paid vacation from date of hire
Sick time (accrued at 1 hour for every 25 hours worked)
Eight paid holidays
Two personal days per year
Participation in a 401(k) retirement plan with employer match
A discounted company stock program (S.I.P.)
Starbucks equity program (Bean Stock)
Incentivized emergency savings
Financial well-being tools
100% upfront tuition coverage for a first-time bachelor’s degree through Arizona State University’s online program via the Starbucks College Achievement Plan
Student loan management resources
Access to other educational opportunities
Backup care
DACA reimbursement
Company
Starbucks
Starbucks is a restaurant chain that serves handcrafted ready-to-drink beverages, including coffee, tea, juices, and snack food items.
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$2.65BKey Investors
Elliott Management Corp.Pershing Square Capital Management
2025-05-06Post Ipo Debt· $1.75B
2024-07-19Post Ipo Equity
2018-10-10Post Ipo Equity· $900M
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