L3Harris Technologies
Senior Principal, Employee & Labor Relations
L3Harris Technologies, Melbourne, Florida, United States, 32935
Senior Principal, Employee & Labor Relations
Job Title:
Senior Principal, Employee & Labor Relations
Job Location:
Melbourne, FL (Onsite)
Job Schedule:
9/80 Regular
This position will be an integral member of Corporate Headquarters Employee and Labor Relations (ELR) function. It reports to the VP, HR Operations and ELR and is actively involved in developing and implementing enterprise ELR strategies centered on collective bargaining, contract administration, organizing campaigns, positive employee relations, and maintaining management representation across L3Harris. The role transforms the ELR function into a true change agent for the enterprise and serves as the chief negotiator for select labor relations contracts. It also consults field HR partners on collective bargaining contract interpretation, grievance support, and arbitration matters.
Negotiate collective bargaining agreements (CBAs) and labor contracts, as applicable.
Guide field HR partners/labor teams on all aspects of negotiation preparation, including proposal development, economic costing, and contingency planning.
Analyze site and enterprise practices and data to ensure compliance with CBAs and understand trends regarding grievances, arbitration and mediation cases, and other related labor relations activities.
Assist field HR partners with ELR matters such as arbitrations, grievances, investigations, and responses.
Offer expert mentorship and comprehensive training to field HR partners to develop and enhance the ELR acumen internally, ensuring a robust understanding of labor laws, effective negotiation skills, and fostering positive employee relationships.
Assist in developing business continuity plans (BCP).
Lead complex enterprise-wide projects from identification through implementation to increase employee engagement and strengthen leaders’ relationships with their teams.
Mitigate risk and improve positive employee relations by:
Leading climate assessments and maintaining management representation training for leaders and HRBPs.
Partnering with Centers of Excellence to identify and implement common metrics to assess and monitor risk.
Developing and implementing action plans with business leaders and HRBPs.
Research and communicate external ELR trends to HR leadership to ensure preparedness for changes and influence direction on policy updates and business practices.
Participate in building and improving standard work for the ELR function.
Assist in continuous improvement projects, ELR COE projects, and other ELR/HR special projects.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams and departments such as HR, Operations, Global Benefits, Government Relations, internal and external Employment Counsel, Compensation, and Security.
Ability to travel up to 25%. Up to 40% during peak activities.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 12 years of prior relevant experience; Graduate Degree and at least 10 years of prior related experience; or in lieu of a degree, minimum 16 years of prior related experience.
Minimum 2 years of experience as a chief labor negotiator (including first chair).
Preferred Additional Skills
MBA/Master’s degree in Human Resources, Labor Relations, Industrial Relations, Business, or Economics preferred.
Experience as a chief labor negotiator with experience in developing and executing labor strategy and progressive labor solutions.
Previous experience in employee and labor relations (CBA administration, collective bargaining, and/or organizing drives).
Excellent analytical and project management skills.
Professional and concise written and verbal communication.
Process‑improvement mindset.
Strong customer orientation.
Effective collaborator and team player.
Ability to indirectly influence and develop talent.
Ability to work with and across multiple functions and levels.
Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level
Employment type: Full‑time
Job function: Other
Industries: Defense and Space Manufacturing
L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. L3Harris maintains a drug‑free workplace and performs pre‑employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law. Please be aware many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. By submitting your resume for this position, you understand and agree that L3Harris Technologies may share your resume, as well as any other related personal information or documentation you provide, with its subsidiaries and affiliated companies for the purpose of considering you for other available positions. L3Harris Technologies is an E‑Verify Employer. Please click here for the E‑Verify Poster in English or Spanish. For information regarding your Right To Work, please click here for English or Spanish.
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Senior Principal, Employee & Labor Relations
Job Location:
Melbourne, FL (Onsite)
Job Schedule:
9/80 Regular
This position will be an integral member of Corporate Headquarters Employee and Labor Relations (ELR) function. It reports to the VP, HR Operations and ELR and is actively involved in developing and implementing enterprise ELR strategies centered on collective bargaining, contract administration, organizing campaigns, positive employee relations, and maintaining management representation across L3Harris. The role transforms the ELR function into a true change agent for the enterprise and serves as the chief negotiator for select labor relations contracts. It also consults field HR partners on collective bargaining contract interpretation, grievance support, and arbitration matters.
Negotiate collective bargaining agreements (CBAs) and labor contracts, as applicable.
Guide field HR partners/labor teams on all aspects of negotiation preparation, including proposal development, economic costing, and contingency planning.
Analyze site and enterprise practices and data to ensure compliance with CBAs and understand trends regarding grievances, arbitration and mediation cases, and other related labor relations activities.
Assist field HR partners with ELR matters such as arbitrations, grievances, investigations, and responses.
Offer expert mentorship and comprehensive training to field HR partners to develop and enhance the ELR acumen internally, ensuring a robust understanding of labor laws, effective negotiation skills, and fostering positive employee relationships.
Assist in developing business continuity plans (BCP).
Lead complex enterprise-wide projects from identification through implementation to increase employee engagement and strengthen leaders’ relationships with their teams.
Mitigate risk and improve positive employee relations by:
Leading climate assessments and maintaining management representation training for leaders and HRBPs.
Partnering with Centers of Excellence to identify and implement common metrics to assess and monitor risk.
Developing and implementing action plans with business leaders and HRBPs.
Research and communicate external ELR trends to HR leadership to ensure preparedness for changes and influence direction on policy updates and business practices.
Participate in building and improving standard work for the ELR function.
Assist in continuous improvement projects, ELR COE projects, and other ELR/HR special projects.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams and departments such as HR, Operations, Global Benefits, Government Relations, internal and external Employment Counsel, Compensation, and Security.
Ability to travel up to 25%. Up to 40% during peak activities.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 12 years of prior relevant experience; Graduate Degree and at least 10 years of prior related experience; or in lieu of a degree, minimum 16 years of prior related experience.
Minimum 2 years of experience as a chief labor negotiator (including first chair).
Preferred Additional Skills
MBA/Master’s degree in Human Resources, Labor Relations, Industrial Relations, Business, or Economics preferred.
Experience as a chief labor negotiator with experience in developing and executing labor strategy and progressive labor solutions.
Previous experience in employee and labor relations (CBA administration, collective bargaining, and/or organizing drives).
Excellent analytical and project management skills.
Professional and concise written and verbal communication.
Process‑improvement mindset.
Strong customer orientation.
Effective collaborator and team player.
Ability to indirectly influence and develop talent.
Ability to work with and across multiple functions and levels.
Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level
Employment type: Full‑time
Job function: Other
Industries: Defense and Space Manufacturing
L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. L3Harris maintains a drug‑free workplace and performs pre‑employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law. Please be aware many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. By submitting your resume for this position, you understand and agree that L3Harris Technologies may share your resume, as well as any other related personal information or documentation you provide, with its subsidiaries and affiliated companies for the purpose of considering you for other available positions. L3Harris Technologies is an E‑Verify Employer. Please click here for the E‑Verify Poster in English or Spanish. For information regarding your Right To Work, please click here for English or Spanish.
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