Manager, Employee and Labor Relations

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Job Summary

Employee & Labor Relations Manager

Join Mass General Brigham and Help Shape a Positive Inclusive Workplace

At Mass General Brigham our people are at the heart of everything we do. We are seeking an experienced Employee & Labor Relations Manager to lead employee relations labor relations and HR compliance initiatives across the this highly visible role you will partner with leaders employees HR teams and union representatives to foster a respectful collaborative and high-performing work environment while ensuring compliance with applicable employment laws labor agreements and organizational policies.
If you are passionate about building strong workplace relationships resolving complex employee issues and driving positive organizational culture we encourage you to apply.

What Youll Do
Lead and oversee all employee and labor relations activities ensuring consistent application of employment policies labor agreements and regulatory requirements.
Develop implement and enhance employee relations policies procedures and programs that support a fair inclusive and respectful workplace.
Serve as a trusted advisor to leaders managers and HR partners on employee relations matters including performance management corrective action workplace concerns conflict resolution investigations and grievances.
Manage labor relations activities including collective bargaining agreement administration contract interpretation compliance and labor-management partnerships.
Partner with union representatives to maintain productive working relationships address workplace concerns and support successful labor-management outcomes.
Lead or support contract negotiations collective bargaining initiatives and dispute resolution efforts.
Conduct and oversee workplace investigations providing recommendations that align with organizational values policies and legal requirements.
Monitor changes in employment and labor laws ensuring compliance and recommending policy or process updates as needed.
Analyze employee relations trends and develop proactive strategies to strengthen employee engagement leader effectiveness and workplace culture.
Collaborate with HR Centers of Excellence Legal and operational leaders on complex workforce matters and organizational initiatives.

Why Join Mass General Brigham
Be part of one of the nations leading integrated healthcare systems.
Make a meaningful impact on employee experience organizational culture and workforce effectiveness.
Collaborate with experienced HR legal and operational leaders across a world-class healthcare organization.
Contribute to a mission-driven environment committed to innovation inclusion and exceptional patient care.

Ideal Candidate
Strong expertise in employee relations labor relations and HR compliance.
Experience interpreting and administering collective bargaining agreements.
Demonstrated success managing employee investigations conflict resolution and performance-related matters.
Excellent communication negotiation and relationship-building skills.
Ability to influence leaders and navigate complex workplace situations with professionalism and sound judgment.
Knowledge of federal state and local employment laws and labor regulations.
Commitment to fostering a respectful inclusive and high-performing workplace culture.

Join Mass General Brigham and help create an environment where employees can thrive teams can succeed and exceptional patient care can flourish.

• Bachelors Degree Human Resources Management required
• Masters Degree 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

Skills for Success

• 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.

Working Model Required

Hybrid includes Wednesdays onsite weekly and planned ahead and scheduled for in person offsite negotiations.

• Required in-office is weekly; Wednesdays.

• M-F Eastern Business Hours required
• Planned negotiations are generally 1-2 days per week onsite depending on the status of a contract.
• Hybrid model requires onsite workdays for business needs weekly / monthly must be flexible for business need and negotiations planned
• Remote workdays require stable secure quiet compliant work station with MGB issues equipment

Hybrid

399 Revolution Drive

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Regular

Day (United States of America)

Pay Range

$99465.60 - $144643.20/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 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. We invite you to apply and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.

0100 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 Veterans 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 .