ABM Industries Hiring for HR Field Partner, Labor Relations at Chicago, IL Full Time

• Partner with local management and human resources staff to interpret, communicate and administer collective bargaining agreements; provide guidance to local operations and HR teams on union employee matters.
• In coordination with ABM’s legal department, represent the organization in grievance matters, including mediations and arbitration hearings.
• Maintain overall positive relations with various labor unions;
• Represent the company in union grievances, with an aim of resolving such grievances at the earliest possible stages.
• In coordination with ABM’s legal and human resources department, participate in delivering basic training for management and staff regarding labor contract and labor law compliance.
• Collaborate with legal, human resources, and operations on collective bargaining strategy, and attend negotiations when appropriate.
• Conduct and/or assist with investigations when employee complaints or concerns are brought forth regarding labor matters; mediate workplace conflicts, prepare and coordinate disciplinary actions and grievance responses; consult with human resources, legal staff asnd & Labor Relations Director and outside legal counsel as needed.

The Company may require that the successful candidate hired for this position be fully vaccinated for COVID-19, if and to the extent permitted by applicable law. The Company will make exceptions for medical, sincerely held religious belief, or other legally required exceptions.

Job Requirements:

• 7+ years of progressive experience in labor relations.
• Prior experience leading a Human Resources department in a labor environment.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field
• Demonstrated business savvy to effectively communicate and work with operations managers in support of achieving business goals.
• Have good judgment, a high level of professional integrity and the discretion to handle confidential and sensitive information
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to develop collaborative relationships at all levels of the organization
• Effectively communicate and build relationships with union representatives
• Excellent verbal and written skills
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
• Sound judgment, diplomacy, maturity and finesse in interactions.
• Must be willing to travel as required, approximately 30% to 40%.