Director, People Relations, Emea

Workday

London, United Kingdom
Fully remote
Extensive experience managing works council relationships
Solid knowledge of european labour laws
Proven track record in complex employee investigations
This role involves building and implementing an EMEA Employee and Labour Relations strategy that aligns with company goals while partnering closely with cross-functional stakeholders

Job Summary

  • This role involves building and implementing an EMEA Employee and Labour Relations strategy that aligns with company goals while partnering closely with cross-functional stakeholders.
  • The successful candidate will coach and develop a high-performing team using deep subject matter expertise in performance management, conflict resolution, and HR policy compliance.
  • Workday offers a flexible work approach combining in-person and remote time, requiring at least half of the time each quarter to be spent in the office or field.

Matching Summary

This role involves building and implementing an EMEA Employee and Labour Relations strategy that aligns with company goals while partnering closely with cross-functional stakeholders.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Extensive experience managing Works Council relationships
  • Solid knowledge of European labour laws
  • Proven track record in complex employee investigations
  • Experience leading teams across multiple EMEA jurisdictions
  • Strong negotiation and conflict resolution abilities

Nice-to-have

  • Multilingual with fluency in English and another European language
  • Experience with ER case management solutions and data analytics
  • Deep cultural awareness of distinct labour landscapes
  • Ability to influence senior leaders using data insights
  • Pragmatic and empathetic problem-solving approach

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or equivalent experience
  • CIPD qualification preferred
  • Extensive experience in France, Germany, and Netherlands markets
  • Experience managing interactions with national-level Trade Unions

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