Head of Labor Relations - Americas
• Annual allotment of free hotel stays at Hyatt hotels globally
• Flexible work schedule and location
• Work-life benefits including wellbeing initiatives such as a complimentary Headspace subscription, and a discount at the on-site fitness center
• A global family assistance policy with paid time off following the birth or adoption of a child as well as financial assistance for adoption
• Paid Time Off, Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K with company match Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Our success is underpinned by our diverse, equitable and inclusive culture and we are committed to diversity across the board-from who we hire and develop, organizations we support, and who we buy from and work with. Being part of Hyatt means always having space to be you. Our global teams are a mosaic of cultures, ethnicities, genders, ages, abilities and identities. We constantly strive to reflect the world we care for with teams that achieve and grow together. To learn more about our commitments to DE&I, please visit the Why Hyatt section of the Hyatt career page. Who You Are As our ideal candidate, you understand the power and purpose of our culture of care, and embody our core values of Empathy, Inclusion, Integrity, Experimentation, Respect and Wellbeing. You enjoy working with others, are results driven and are looking for a variety of opportunities to develop personally and professionally. Qualifications
This role leads Hyatt's labor relations function for the Americas, setting and executing regional strategy regarding contract negotiation, union-backed legislation and mitigation efforts. This role also oversees the team responsible for administration of the organization's collective bargaining relationships and agreements, including the grievance process, arbitrations and litigation. In addition, this person works with Hyatt's owners and development team to advise on union implications with development opportunities, and to structure transactions from a labor standpoint.
•Act as lead spokesperson and team leader in major labor negotiations, providing direct oversight of the negotiation process.
•Provide counsel to SVPs, GMs and owners on labor and employee relations issues, including potential acquisitions, divestitures and new development projects.
•Partner with feasibility to ensure due diligence occurs from a labor perspective for acquisitions and new developments, and to provide valuation impact for divestitures.
•Serve as Trustee on numerous Taft-Hartley Employee Benefit Funds, including Health & Welfare, Pension, Training, Scholarship, 401(k) and Labor/Management Cooperative funds.
•Provide functional expertise to hotel teams for key operational strategies including technology implementation, service standards and other aspects of job design impacting union colleagues
•Set strategy for outside labor counsel, providing direction as needed (ex: response to ULP charges, administrative law judge proceedings, arbitration and any related court litigation). Qualifications Experience Required:
•15+ years of experience in labor relations for the hospitality industry, with a proven track record of success
•Experience working directly for a hospitality company or union preferred Experience Preferred:
•Bachelor's degree in labor relations, hospitality, business or a related field
•JD (Juris Doctor) preferred
•Trustee training through International EE Benefits Foundation preferred The position responsibilities outlined above are in no way to be construed as all encompassing. Other duties, responsibilities, and qualifications may be required and/or assigned as necessary.
________________________________________ We welcome you: Research shows that individuals tend to apply to jobs, only if they meet all the listed job qualifications. Unsure if you check every box, but feeling inspired to enhance your career? Apply. We'd love to consider your unique experiences and how you could make Hyatt even better. The salary range for this position is $202,500- $300,000. This position is also eligible to earn an annual bonus. The final pay rate/salary offered to the successful candidate will depend on experience, skill level and other qualifications for the role, as well as the location of the performance of work.Pay for the successful candidate will meet local requirements, including the local minimum wage rate. We value our relationships with recruitment partners and require that agencies contact us first before submitting any candidates. Hyatt will not be responsible for any fees and obligations associated with unsolicited submissions unless a formal agreement is in place.
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