Labour Relations Partner

As a Labour Law and Labour Relations Specialist you have responsibility and accountability for the areas of Labour Relations / Labour Law for the country(ies) in scope.This includes the implementation of global deliveries and processes, policies, and guidelines. As well as securing that local laws, practices and needs are captured and catered for.
Key responsibilities are but not limited to:

• Facilitating alignment between global and local needs to achieve a common approach and delivery where needed.
• Responsible for labour law, industrial and labour relations including legal advice connected to e.g., new markets, business models and strategies.
• Responsible for supporting and guiding negotiations with local work councils and unions, incl. collective bargaining negotiations when needed.
• Ensure that individual cases, internal investigations, incidents, and disciplinary actions are managed according to group standards and local laws.
• Responsible for the Grievance mechanism and supporting tools for the country(ies) in scope.
• Be part of change- and strategic initiatives where Labour relations/Labour law expertise is needed and analyze and advise on solutions and give operational support.
• Advise management on contracts, worker grievances, and disciplinary procedures.
   

To be successful in the role as Labour Law and Labour Relations Specialist, we believe you bring an open-minded and empathetic personality to engage with stakeholders and build trusting relationships to achieve common goals.
In addition, you have the ability to deal with challenging situations confidently and act as a strong communicator who is confident to work towards resistance and negotiate win-win outcomes. 
What you need to succeed: 

• Formal education within Human Resources (or relevant experience).
• Formal education within Labour Law (or relevant experience).
• Extensive work experience within Labour Law / Labour Relations areas.
• Project management skills- ability to organize, prioritize activities and deliver outcomes timely.
• Experience of working with work councils and/or unions, Policy Development.
• Up-to-date knowledge of employment legislation, best practices, and case laws.
• Previous experience in supporting transformation/implementing strategies.
• Minimum B2 English & C2 Turkish is required both written & verbal.

This position is a permanent position, offered on a local contract and based in our Support Office in Nişantaşı/İstanbul.

Closing date for applications - Sunday 20th October 2024

Benefits

We offer all our employees at H&M Group attractive benefits with extensive development opportunities around the globe. All our employees receive a staff discount card, usable on all our H&M Group brands in stores and online. Brands covered by the discount are H&M (Beauty and Move included), COS, Weekday, Monki, H&M HOME, & Other Stories, ARKET, Afound. In addition to our staff discount, all our employees are included in our H&M Incentive Program – HIP. You can read more about our H&M Incentive Program here.

In addition to our global benefits, all our local markets offer different competitive perks and benefits. Please note that they may differ between employment type and countries.

Inclusion & Diversity

H&M is a part of H&M Group. At H&M Group, we’re determined to create and maintain inclusive, diverse and equitable workplaces throughout our organization. Our teams should consist of a variety of people that share and combine their knowledge, experience and ideas. Having a diverse workforce leads to a positive impact on how we address challenges, on what we perceive possible and on how we choose to relate to our colleagues and customers all over the world. Hence all diversity dimensions are taken into consideration in our recruitment process.

We strive to have a fair and equal process and therefore kindly ask you not to attach a cover letter in your application as they often contain information that easily can trigger unintentional biases.

Company Description

H&M Group is a family of brands; H&M, COS, Weekday, Monki, H&M HOME, & Other Stories, ARKET and Afound. At H&M Group, our people are the driving force behind our commitment to creating meaningful growth and more sustainable lifestyles. Help us re-imagine fashion and together we will re-shape our industry. Learn more about H&M Group here. 

H&M is a fashion brand that offers the latest styles and inspiration, from fashion pieces and unique designer collaborations to affordable wardrobe essentials. Our business idea is fashion & quality at the best price in a sustainable way. Learn more about H&M here.