Labor Relations Advisor

As a Labor Relations Advisor at Boeing Deutschland GmbH, you will play a crucial role in supporting European teams in managing their employee representative bodies, helping to roll out company projects, and ensuring that risks are identified along with appropriate action plans. The position is based in Germany and is 100% virtual. Travel within Germany and across Europe is required, with trips planned independently according to project and operational needs. Responsibilities: Ensure company practices and projects are compliant with labor relations requirements in Europe, building dedicated strategies in each country Collaborate with Legal, HR, and Operations teams to mitigate labor risks and support organisational objectives Proactively identify areas for improvement in the management of employee representative bodies across different countries, and propose and implement corrective processes Participate in works council meetings when necessary, and regularly organise meetings with representatives to develop and improve the relationship Provide guidance and training to managers, HR, and other managers on works council and union management, labor relations policies, collective bargaining agreement provisions, employee relations strategies, and best practices Meet regularly with employees through interviews or work assessments Partner with labor relations specialists and functional partners to integrate and execute key actions following union or works council negotiations and work environment assessments Centralise recurring issues and align stakeholders on action plans Develop strong partnerships with business leaders and HR functions and create integrated solutions that foster a culture built on relationships, trust, and engagement Requirements: 10+ years of experience in Employee/Labor Relations/HR with labor relations responsibilities, including works council management in Germany Experience in works council management/works council support in Germany Experience with HR, labor, and employment-related laws, policies, and procedures Extensive experience working in a company with union involvement Experience managing sensitive labor issues requiring emotional intelligence to effectively resolve conflicts and support employee well-being Fluent in German and English What we offer: Vacation & Personal Time Off: 32 vacation days plus paid PTO for life events Meal & Transport: Monthly meal allowance of €115 and €50 transport credit Pension & Retirement: Robust pension plan and flexible contribution options Income & Insurance Protection: Life insurance at 2x annual salary and total occupational disability cover at 1x Global Travel & Medical Coverage: Business-trip insurance with International SOS assistance and medical protection while abroad Career Development: Learning Together program funding degrees, MBAs, and certifications Wellness & Support: Employee Assistance and Well-being programs Job Data by YubHub .