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Senior Labour Relations Manager – Germany & Austria
BearingPoint. Shape collaboration between management, HR, and employee representatives in Germany, Austria, and the Netherlands .
Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in labour relations and collective labour law, with a strong focus on negotiation and implementation of works agreements. Proficient in advising management and HR on co-determination, with a solid understanding of the German Works Constitution Act and experience in cross-functional project leadership.
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Labour RelationsCollective Labour LawNegotiation SkillsGerman Works Constitution ActConfident Communication
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Hard Skills
Employment LawWorks AgreementsConsultation ProceduresDigitalisation GuidanceProject Management
Soft Skills
Diplomatic TactStructured ApproachSolution-Oriented Mindset
Industry Keywords
Employee RelationsWorks CouncilsProfessional ServicesConsulting EnvironmentCo-Determination
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Shape collaboration between management, HR, and employee representatives in Germany, Austria, and the Netherlands
- Build trusting relationships with works councils, employee representatives, and relevant stakeholders
- Lead negotiations on works agreements, company-wide works agreements, and consultation procedures
- Manage the successful implementation of agreements
- Advise management, HR, and leaders on co-determination and collective labour law
- Support the implementation and further development of works agreements
- Provide labour-relations guidance on digitalisation and IT implementation projects
- Support the conclusion of corresponding works agreements
- Lead cross-functional projects
- Develop practical solutions to complex issues
Requirements
What you’ll need- Completed degree in law or business administration, ideally with a focus on employment law
- At least 8 to 10 years of experience in labour relations, employee relations, or collective labour law
- Experience in a professional services or consulting environment is preferred
- In-depth knowledge of the German Works Constitution Act
- Several years of experience working with works councils and employee representatives
- Experience with works councils in Austria is preferred
- Experience conducting negotiations at national level
- Strong negotiation skills, diplomatic tact, and a confident demeanour
- Structured and solution-oriented approach to work
- Confident communication skills in German and English
- Willingness to travel occasionally within Germany, Austria, and the Netherlands
Benefits
Comp & perks- Public transport pass
- JobRad bicycle leasing
- WellYou health budget
- pme Family Service
- Corporate fitness membership with EGYM Wellpass
- Flexible working from the office, home, or while travelling
- Mentorship from experienced colleagues
- Responsible tasks with significant scope for shaping outcomes
- Comprehensive training programme
- Flat hierarchies and a team-oriented corporate culture
- Performance-related bonus
- Sabbaticals
- Workation within the EU
- Opportunities for personal development