Manager, Employee and Labor Relations

Job Summary

Responsible for managing all aspects of employee relations, labor relations, and HR compliance within the organization. Your primary focus will be on ensuring fair and productive working relationships between employees and the organization, while adhering to relevant labor laws, regulations, and organizational policies.

Essential Functions

• Develop, implement, and enforce employee relations policies, procedures, and practices in compliance with labor laws and regulations.
• Provide guidance and support to HR staff, managers, and employees regarding employee relations matters, including disciplinary actions, grievances, conflicts, and performance management.
• Oversee labor relations activities, including contract negotiations, interpretation, administration, and compliance.
• Collaborate with labor unions and union representatives to maintain positive relationships, resolve disputes, and negotiate collective bargaining agreements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources Management required
• Master's Degree in Human Resources Management preferred
• 5-7 years experience in employee relations, labor relations, or HR management, preferably in the healthcare industry required
• 2-3 years Supervisory experience preferred
• Strong knowledge of labor laws, regulations, and compliance requirements
• Demonstrated experience in contract negotiation, administration, and interpretation
• Ability to effectively handle and resolve complex employee relations issues, conflicts, and grievances
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills
• Analytical and problem-solving abilities, with attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to maintain confidentiality, exercise good judgment, and work with sensitive information

Additional Job Details (if Applicable)

• Remote Type: Hybrid
• Work Location: 399 Revolution Drive
• Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
• Employee Type: Regular
• Work Shift: Day (United States of America)
• Pay Range: $99,465.60 - $144,643.20/Annual
• Grade: 8

At Mass General Brigham

We believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth.

EEO Statement

Mass General Brigham Incorporated is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

Mass General Brigham Competency Framework

The competency framework defines what effective leadership “looks like” by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.