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  • Novanta Europe GmbH

    Wackersdorf

    • Please check out the Novanta Careersite for detailed job description:

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    Summary

    As Labor Relations Manager, you are responsible for the strategic and operational management of all labor law matters within the region EMEA. You act as a central interface between HR, management, and the works councils, ensuring that all labor law processes are designed in a legally compliant, transparent, and cooperative manner.

    Tasks

    Primary Responsibilities

    • 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.

    Requirements

    Required Experience, Education, Skills, Training and Competencies

    • 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)

    Travel Requirements

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

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