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Fresenius Medical Care · 3 days ago

Sr Labor Relations Manager

Waltham, MA

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level

5+ years exp

Fresenius Medical Care is a leading healthcare company providing Labor & Employee Relations support and guidance. The Sr Labor Relations Manager will ensure compliance with policies and regulations, investigate HR issues, and collaborate with various departments to promote fair treatment of employees.

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Responsibilities

Demonstrates commitment, adherence and alignment to Company’s Mission, Core Values and initiatives

Conducts climate assessments at the clinical level, communicates findings to the Regional and Division level executives, and provides appropriate recommendations for improvements and or remedies

Collaborates with organizational partners as appropriate, including but not limited to, Corporate Counsel, HR Business Partners, Compliance, Quality/Clinical Services, Education, etc

Effectively administers Labor and Employee Relations programs in accordance with company policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, including Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA), and Americans with Disabilities Act as Amended (ADAAA), to ensure the uniform and equitable treatment of employees

Manages and executes Labor & Employee Relations matters, including investigating issues, providing coaching to employees, and managers

Works collaboratively with and provides day-to-day coaching and advice to field managers, regional leaders, and all other assigned employees in a large variety of labor and employee relations issues, performance management issues, and policy interpretation

Diagnoses and identifies proactive steps to avoid recurring issues

Provides field managers and supervisors with interpretation and guidance regarding HR policies, legal, and compliance matters to ensure fair and consistent application. Counsels and advises on the administration of specific employment laws, including federal and state labor laws

Tracks and interprets trends in Labor & Employee Relations to identify issues and develop training and other solutions proactively

Investigates employee action line calls promptly with assistance from appropriate internal experts. Provides recommendations while documenting actions taken. Escalates sensitive or critical issues to management

Consults with the Legal Department as necessary regarding interpretation of policies as affected by state and federal laws

Ensures timely and thorough case management

Provides investigatory support to the legal department when responding to State or Federal agency employment claims that may be filed against the organization

Provides administrative support to the legal department, collecting data and source documents when responding to legal claims, lawsuits, and subpoenas

Reviews all field requests related to employee separations, related to Reductions in Force and or Divestitures, partnering with the legal department to minimize potential risk to the organization

Reviews and assists managers in drafting corrective action, performance improvement, and termination documentation as requested

Assists with the onboarding of new employees through acquisitions, in Affirmative Action planning and reporting, and in the administration of Division-level employee recognition programs where applicable

May assist junior level staff with more complex tasks that require a higher level of understanding of functions

May escalate issues to supervisor/manager for resolution, as deemed necessary

Mentor other staff as applicable

Review and comply with the Code of Business Conduct and all applicable company policies and procedures, local, state, and federal laws and regulations

Assist with various projects as assigned by a direct supervisor

Other duties as assigned

Qualification

Labor Relations ExperienceEmployment Law KnowledgeSHRM CertificationOrganizational Design SkillsChange Management SkillsCommunication SkillsCustomer Service SkillsMultitasking SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsTeamwork Skills

Required

Bachelor's Degree required

5 – 8 years' related experience; or a master's degree with 3 years' experience; or a PhD without experience; or equivalent directly related work experience

3+ years' Labor Relations Experience in a multi-facilities environment

Demonstrated knowledge and ability to appropriately advise on employment law, including FMLA, ADAAA, and other federal and state labor laws within an organization that has an international/multi-state footprint

Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, and ability to work well with all levels of the organization

Must have well-developed organizational design, assessment, diagnostic, change management, presentation, facilitation, and influencing skills

Strong computer application skills in word processing, spreadsheets, and database report writing

Demonstrated track record of effectively addressing sensitive and/or stressful situations and information with tact, discretion, and strict adherence to confidentiality requirements

Ability to work in a high-volume, fast-paced, dynamic environment with the ability to adapt to changing priorities

Must possess excellent organizational, teamwork, process, and problem-solving skills, as well as the ability to multitask in a changing, highly matrixed environment

Strong customer service skills

Must demonstrate interest in learning and growth