HR Manager Labor Relations

Overview

HR Manager Labor Relations (m/f/d) at Novanta Inc. Join to apply for the HR Manager Labor Relations (m/f/d) role at Novanta Inc.

• Advising managers and HR colleagues on labor law issues
• Collaborating with the works council on co-determination matters, especially regarding projects, restructuring, and company agreements
• Developing and implementing strategies to promote positive labor relations
• Supporting conflict resolution processes
• Ensuring compliance with labor law regulations and internal policies
• Implementing global HR projects in accordance with the German Works Constitution Act (BetrVG)
• Negotiating and coordinating with works councils as part of international and local HR initiatives
• Represent the company in labor law disputes, including coordination with legal counsel and external stakeholders.
• Drafting and reviewing labor law documents (e.g., employment contracts, warnings, terminations)
• Conducting training sessions on labor law topics for managers and HR staff
• Support labor law topics and employee relations matters in other European countries in coordination with local HR and legal teams.

• Completed studies in law, business law, human resources management or a comparable field
• Several years of professional experience in labor law / employee relations
• In-depth knowledge of German labor law and the Works Constitution Act
• Strong communication and negotiation skills
• Structured and solution-oriented working style
• Business fluent German and English skills (spoken and written)

• Ca. 50% travel, including internationally
• Regular presence at the Novanta sites in Berlin, Ludwigsstadt and Wackersdorf

Novanta is proud to be an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action workplace. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, military and veteran status, disability, genetics, or any other category protected by federal law or Novanta policy.

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