Department OverviewThe Manager-Labor Relations will lead efforts that cultivate a positive work environment that support our values and brand standards in our restaurants and that is consistent with the company's overall business and human capital strategies. They will support the needs of multiple US-based markets and develop tools and resources specific to labor relations and legal compliance. As a subject matter authority this role will advise owner/operators, employees, and vendors regarding a broad range of trends and optional strategies, programs and activities.
DutiesIn addition to following McDonald's values, policies and procedures, principal accountabilities include, but are not limited to:
Leadership- Participate in the development of short and long-term strategies.
- Supervise end-to-end design and implementation of tools, materials, training courses and communications to maintain a positive work environment.
- Identify trends, future needs and potential barriers to employee engagement.
- Focus on finding opportunities to elevate employer brand reputation and crew-first mentality through existing initiatives.
- Actively stays abreast of labor and HR-related trends, legislative and regulatory developments or updates that may impact the brand.
Advise and Influence- Responsible for triaging reports of complex employee and/or labor-related matters within designated markets.
- Deliver positive employee relations training to a variety of audiences to promote transfer of knowledge and application of key takeaways.
- Ensure tools, resources, and processes in assigned areas are relevant, driven to standard and aligned with applicable employment laws.
- Monitor and maintains awareness of pending employment trend changes that affect US-based restaurants and communicates proactively.
- Take a leadership role with customers and apply labor relations expertise to implement short and long-term solutions that balances the needs of employees, the business and legal compliance.
Relationships- Build and bring to bear a strong and cohesive partnership with appropriate partners across the business including a focus on key collaborators in Operations, Global People, and Global Impact.
- Collaborate with customers to understand needs and ensure communication, training and other support is provided to build capability and deliver on market-level strategies.
Qualifications- Deep understanding of HR principles, concepts, and industry-standard methodologies.
- Knowledge of federal and state employee-related laws, including NLRA, wage and hour, OSHA and EEO.
- Able to work reactively on crisis-oriented issues under limitations while exercising sound judgment.
- Ability to forge deep relationships and build trust with partners and customers.
- Data-driven decision maker that identifies and manages risk and resolves contingency plans appropriately.
- Proven track-record of managing multiple projects at once with thoughtful prioritization and seeks continuous improvement.
- Ability to handle confidential information and raise issues when appropriate.
- Ability to work within a virtual team and business environment, across different time zones and travel as necessary, sometimes on short notice (up to 40%).
CompensationBonus Eligible: YesLong - Term Incentive: YesBenefits Eligible: YesSalary RangeThe expected salary range for this role is $115,872.00 - $144,840.00 per year
The above represents the expected salary range for this job requisition. Ultimately, in determining your pay, we may also consider your experience, and other job-related factors.
Additional Information: Benefits eligible: This position offers health and welfare benefits, including but not limited to comprehensive health insurance, which includes medical, prescription drug, mental health, dental and vision coverage, as well as, life insurance.
Bonus eligible: This position is eligible for a bonus, calculated based on individual and company performance.
Long term Incentive eligible: This position is eligible for stock or other equity grants pursuant to McDonald's long-term incentive plan.
Nothing in this job posting or description should be construed as an offer or guarantee of employment.
