THE ROLE & THE TEAM
As Senior Manager Labour Relations (all genders), you will shape and lead Zalando’s labour relations strategy for our entities in Germany. Building strong collaboration with the P&O (HR) Business Partners and project teams and maintaining constructive relationships with our Works Councils and other employee representative bodies in Germany will be key to your success. This role offers an exciting opportunity to drive strategic negotiations, design effective engagement mechanisms.
INCLUSIVE BY DESIGN
At Zalando, our vision is to be inclusive by design. And this vision starts with our hiring - we do not discriminate on the basis of gender identity, sexual orientation, personal expression, ethnicity, religious belief, or disability status. You are welcome to leave out your picture, age, or marital status from your application. We only assess candidates on their qualifications and merit.
We want to provide you with a great candidate experience. Feel free to inform us of any accommodations you may need, so we can best support you throughout the hiring process.
do.BETTER - our diversity & inclusion strategy: https://corporate.zalando.com/en/our-impact/dobetter-our-diversity-and-inclusion-strategy
Our employee resource groups: https://corporate.zalando.com/en/our-impact/our-employee-resource-groups
WHAT WE'D LOVE YOU TO DO (AND LOVE DOING)
Strategic Labour Relations Management: Coordinate with various internal stakeholders and lead negotiations with German Works Councils on critical labour relations topics, always keeping our strategic goals in mind.
Shape Key Partnerships: Strengthen collaborative and trusting relationships with Works Councils and other employee representative bodies.
Develop Policies and Guidelines: Define strategies and principles for working with Works Councils and employee representative bodies, and provide expert advice to leadership and Business Partners.
Support Representation Processes: Oversee elections of employee representative bodies and ensure the required processes and structures are set up effectively.
WE'D LOVE TO MEET YOU IF
You are passionate about Labour Relations: You have a background in labour law or experience in collective labour law as an HR Manager or Business Partner.
You bring negotiation expertise: You have proven experience in working with Works Councils or other types of employee representative bodies and cultivating positive, sustainable relationships with employee representatives.
You think strategically and act decisively: You have strong analytical abilities, strategic negotiation skills, and the capacity to balance different interests while building trust.
You communicate fluently: You excel in both German and English, explaining even the most complex matters in clear and concise ways.
You thrive in a hands-on environment: You enjoy collaborating within a team, taking ownership, and adapting processes for effective employee relations management.
OUR OFFER
Zalando provides a range of benefits, here’s an overview of what you can expect. Ask your Talent Acquisition Partner to learn more about what we offer.
Employee shares program
40% off fashion and beauty products sold and shipped by Zalando, 30% off Zalando Lounge, discounts from external partners
2 paid volunteering days a year
Hybrid working model with 60% remote per week, actual practice is up to each team to best support their collaboration
Work from abroad for up to 30 working days a year
27 days of vacation a year to start
Relocation assistance available (subject to prior agreement)
Family services, including counseling and support
Health and wellbeing options (including Gympass)
Mental health support and coaching available
Drive your development through our training platform and biannual peer-to-peer review
Learn all about Zalando and our values here: https://jobs.zalando.com/en/?gh_src=22377bdd1us