Director, Labor Relations - Americas

Location: Indianapolis

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Indianapolis, INtime type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Yesterday job requisition :
R007040
** JOIN THE TEAM THAT’S POWERING PROGRESS
** Building cities. Driving commerce. Saving lives. For over 100 years, Allison Transmission has powered the vehicles and technology that move our world forward.
Learn more about this role and how you can begin
* driving your career forward!
*** Benefits:
** The below list features some of the benefits currently available. Eligibility may be subject to the terms and conditions of governing documents and available benefits may be subject to change at the company’s discretion.
* Choice of medical plans with prescription coverage
* Employer HSA contribution
* Dental & Vision Insurance
* Paid Parental Leave
* Short & Long-Term Disability
* Other voluntary benefits including:
Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Identity Theft Protection and Pet Insurance
* 401K with generous Company match & contribution
* Accrued Paid Time Off
* 12 Paid Holidays
* 8 hours paid volunteer time per year
* Robust employee wellness program
* Tuition assistance program & Dependent scholarship program
* On-site blood drives
* Voluntary employee groups open to all who wish to participate, including:
Global Women’s Network, Emerging Professionals ERG, Multicultural ERG, Veterans ERG, Toastmasters Club, and more.
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* Job Description:

** As a
** Director of Labor Relations**, you serve as a key member of the Americas HR Business Team with primary responsibility to negotiate and manage labor contracts and facilitate communication between Management and Union Representatives. You partner with Management, Union Representatives, and Human Resources to build a positive work environment grounded in employee relations, conflict resolution, and change management. You provide management oversight of a team to lead the labor relationships at the operating facilities for the Americas to build a harmonious relationship between management and employees while protecting the company’s interests and rights.
** Director of Labor Relations Responsibilities
** In this role, you will:
* Champion Contract Negotiation:
Lead meaningful change by negotiating collective bargaining agreements with multiple labor unions, ensuring that both management and employee interests are represented through effective labor law and compliance strategies.
* Resolution Process:
Foster trust, navigate challenges, and address and resolve employee matters, acting as a mediator between employees and management. Oversee and/or conduct investigations regarding labor relations issues with integrity, and participate in discipline and grievance procedures in accordance with CBA requirements. Apply proven conflict resolution and employee engagement practices to sustain positive outcomes.
* Policy Development:
Draft, refine, and implement labor relations policies, ensuring fairness, legal compliance, and alignment with organizational HR strategy and business goals.
* Training and Guidance:
Serve as a trusted advisor on labor relations matters. Provide training and guidance to management and employees on labor law interpretation, contract administration, and grievance procedures.
* Research and Analysis:
Conduct research to support negotiations and provide data-driven insights to management on labor relations matters. Stay current on new labor laws, regulations, and best practices.
* Develop Strategy and Financial Modeling:
Lead strategy with business and finance partners to design business-aligned labor relations strategies that enhance workforce planning, improve productivity, and maintain employee engagement.
* Understanding and Interpreting:
Resolve labor disputes and ensure all labor-related activities comply with regulations. Proactively interpret and administer labor contracts, including grievances, working hours and overtime, vacation and time off, wages and salaries, employee welfare, healthcare, pensions, and union practices. Utilize process improvement and continuous improvement approaches to strengthen relationships and reduce risk.
** What You bring to the Team:
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