About the Role
Are you eager to reinforce our International HQ HR team? Join BYD Europe
as our new Labour Relations Advisor and play a crucial role in advising labour relations in the Netherlands and partnering across our operations in 18 countries and beyond.
Key Responsibilities
- Labour Relations Management:
- Serve as the main point of contact for labour relations for the Netherlands and other European entities, providing strategic advice on labour laws and regulations.
- Develop, implement, and manage labour relations policies, procedures, and strategies to ensure compliance and foster positive labour relations.
- Act as a liaison with local HR teams to support labour relations activities, including the drafting and negotiation of CLAs.
- Manage relationships with works councils and unions, overseeing consultations, agreement processes, and maintaining productive dialogue.
- Policy Development and Compliance:
- Establish and maintain international labour relations policies, ensuring alignment with local laws and company guidelines.
- Collaborate with the HR team to develop and roll out new labour relations initiatives and compliance programs across European operations.
- Conduct regular reviews of HR policies and procedures to identify risks and implement necessary changes.
- Employee Relations and Grievance Management:
- Manage complex employee relations issues and grievances, ensuring fair, consistent, and timely resolution across different jurisdictions.
- Lead investigations related to employee complaints, whistleblower claims, and disciplinary actions, ensuring adherence to internal protocols and legal requirements.
- Labour Dispute Resolution:
- Provide counsel and support to managers and HR teams in handling labour disputes and negotiations, mitigating potential conflicts.
- Represent the company in negotiations and dispute resolution processes, maintaining positive and constructive relationships with employee representatives.
Qualifications
- Experience: Minimum of 7 years of experience in labour relations management within a large, international organization, preferably in a multi-country role.
- Expertise: Strong knowledge of Dutch and European labour laws, with proven experience in managing union relationships and drafting CLAs.
- Languages: Fluent in Dutch and English (written and spoken); proficiency in additional European languages is a plus.
- Skills: Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and build strong relationships across all levels.
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Labour Relations, Law, or related field.
What We Offer
- Performance and experience-based competitive remuneration, pension plan.
- 25 holidays + option to purchase 5 extra holidays.
- Commuting allowance.
- Department & company-wide teambuilding events.
- An exciting opportunity to lead the European transition to Zero Emissions transportation and de-carbonization of the economy.
About Us
Our Purpose is to build a zero-emission future that reconnects humanity with nature and a World of clean air. We are looking for talent that connects with this mission and want to create positive impact by joining a diverse and dynamic team 🌏