Director, AMR Labor Relations Leader

Cupertino, California, United States

Description

In this role, you will:

1. Labor Relations Strategy

• Build a comprehensive AMR Labor Relations strategy, aligned with Apple’s core values and priorities.
• Guide the translation of the LR strategy to LOBs and across US, ensuring it is connected to business strategies and US-specific rules and regulations.
• Partner with Global LR teams to integrate the strategy across all LOBs and globally.
• Develop a strategic understanding of the internal and external labor landscape, providing guidance on implications across LOBs and the US.

Proactive Labor Relations

• Develop engagement strategies, including training solutions to proactively address issues.
• Manage and lead LRBPs for targeted engagement, synthesizing feedback and identifying themes.
• Foster positive employee relations in partnership with ER and PBPs.

Risk Assessment & Mitigation

• Develop and maintain a management system with metrics and risk assessment frameworks to identify and resolve engagement risks.
• Connect US management systems with global approaches.
• Understand Apple’s levers to mitigate labor risks and collaborate with People Team partners to deploy solutions.

Labor Activity and Campaigns

• Provide guidance on complex labor relations matters to all levels, including senior executives.
• Lead development of pre-campaign and campaign strategies.
• Advise on strikes and protests in partnership with HR Legal.

Bargaining & Contracts

• Create negotiation strategies and serve as bargaining chairperson.
• Support contract development and handle administration and grievances.

Cross-functional Collaboration

• Influence and build confidence with stakeholders to gain support and alignment.
• Foster relationships with PBP, ER, HR Legal, and business leadership.

Minimum Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in AMR Labor Relations
• Exceptional leadership and team management skills.
• Experience in proactive labor relations, engagement strategy, and risk assessment.
• Experience in collective bargaining, grievances, contract administration, and labor-management relationships.

Preferred Qualifications

• Leadership experience within a technology or retail company of similar scale.
• JD education preferred.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Flexible, with the ability to navigate ambiguity and make decisions.
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills.
• Low ego, collaborative, and detail-oriented.

At Apple, base pay ranges from $254,800 to $408,000, depending on skills and experience. Benefits include medical and dental coverage, retirement plans, stock programs, educational reimbursement, and more. This role may also be eligible for bonuses, commissions, and relocation assistance.

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