Director, Global Labor Relations
Vertiv Corporation

Job Info

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Vertiv, a $6.9B global organization with more than 28,000+ employees across the world. We have 6 regional offices around the world, 22 Manufacturing and Assembly Locations, 240 Service centers and 19 Customer Experience Centers/Labs.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Director of Global Labor Relations will be responsible for overseeing and managing all aspects of labor relations within the company. This role requires a seasoned professional with extensive experience in labor law, collective bargaining, conflict resolution, and strategic labor relations management. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, a deep understanding of labor laws and regulations, and a proven track record of effectively managing labor relations in a large, publicly traded organization.

This position will be located at our Corporate HQ's in Westerville. Ohio.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Strategic Leadership:
  • Develop and implement the company's labor relations strategy in alignment with organizational goals and objectives.
  • Provide strategic counsel to senior management on labor relations issues, including collective bargaining, union negotiations, and conflict resolution.
• Employee Relations:
  • Handle all facets of employee relations, including investigations and resolutions to employment disputes.
  • Proactively leads and drives positive employee relations programs and action planning across the country.
  • Provide employee relations support, guidance and direction to the HR organization and business leaders, with a particular emphasis on the administration of policies and compliance programs.
• Union Relations and Negotiations:
  • Lead negotiations and manage relationships with labor unions and employee representatives.
  • Oversee the preparation and administration of collective bargaining agreements.
  • Address and resolve labor disputes and grievances in a timely and effective manner.
• Compliance and Risk Management:
  • Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local labor laws and regulations.
  • Monitor and assess potential risks related to labor relations and develop strategies to mitigate them.
• Policy Development and Implementation:
  • Develop, review, and update labor relations policies and procedures.
  • Ensure that company policies are communicated effectively to employees and management.
• Team Management:
  • Lead and mentor a team of labor relations professionals.
  • Foster a collaborative and high-performance culture within the labor relations team.
• Stakeholder Engagement:
  • Act as a liaison between the company and external labor relations stakeholders, including regulatory agencies and industry groups.
  • Represent the company in labor relations forums, conferences, and other industry events.

Qualifications:

• Education:
  • Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Labor Relations, Business Administration, or a related field. Advanced degree (Master's or Juris Doctor) preferred.
• Experience:
  • Minimum of 8-10 years of progressive experience in labor relations or equivalent, including at least 5 years in a leadership role.
  • Proven experience managing labor relations in a publicly traded company or a global large, complex organization.
• Skills and Competencies:
  • In-depth knowledge of labor laws, regulations, and best practices.
  • Strong negotiation and conflict resolution skills.
  • Excellent leadership and team management abilities.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with all levels of the organization.
  • High level of integrity and professionalism.

TIME TRAVEL REQUIRED

• 50% Global Travel

The successful candidate will embrace Vertiv's Core Principals & Behaviors to help execute our Strategic Priorities.

OUR CORE PRINCIPALS: Safety. Integrity. Respect. Teamwork. Diversity & Inclusion.

OUR STRATEGIC PRIORITIES

• Customer Focus
• Operational Excellence
• High-Performance Culture
• Innovation
• Financial Strength

OUR BEHAVIORS

• Own It
• Act With Urgency
• Foster a Customer-First Mindset
• Think Big and Execute
• Lead by Example
• Drive Continuous Improvement
• Learn and Seek Out Development

At Vertiv, we're on a mission to empower the people that will power the future. From a simple swipe to life-changing medicines, from push notifications to generative AI. We design, manufacture, and service the products and solutions that keep the world connected. With $6.9 billion in revenue, a strong customer base and global reach spanning nearly 70 countries, we are uniquely positioned to deliver greater value to our customers and create new opportunities for our people.

Vertiv is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We promote equal opportunities for all with respect to hiring, terms of employment, mobility, training, compensation, and occupational health, without discrimination as to age, race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy status (including childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression (including transgender status or sexual stereotypes), genetic information, citizenship status, national origin, protected veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. If you have a disability and are having difficulty accessing or using this website to apply for a position, you can request help by sending an email to help.join@vertivco.com. If you are interested in applying or learning more about this role, please visit the company's career page located on Vertiv.com/Careers

Work Authorization

No calls or agencies please. Vertiv will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

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