Employee Relations Senior Specialist (Works Council)

TL;DR

Employee Relations Senior Specialist (Works Council): Managing day-to-day relationships with German Works Councils and negotiating works agreements with an accent on co-determination law (BetrVG) and strategic alignment between business and employee representatives. Focus on drafting Betriebsvereinbarungen, advising leadership on labor law, and supporting organizational changes in a high-growth environment.

Location: Must be based in Germany (Munich/Berlin) or remotely in Germany, Italy, Netherlands, Portugal, Romania, Spain, or the UK.

Company

hirify.global is a global workplace wellness platform that connects employees to fitness, mindfulness, therapy, and nutrition services via a single subscription.

What you will do

• Manage day-to-day relationships with German Works Councils to ensure proactive and structured communication.
• Draft, review, and negotiate works agreements (Betriebsvereinbarungen) in coordination with Legal and stakeholders.
• Advise HRBPs and business leaders on co-determination rights and BetrVG requirements.
• Support critical business projects, including organizational changes, policy rollouts, and tech implementations.
• Maintain thorough documentation of all Works Council interactions and negotiation outcomes.
• Contribute expertise to broader European employee relations topics across other markets.

Requirements

• 5–8 years of experience specifically focused on German co-determination and employee relations.
• Deep subject matter expertise in German labor law and the BetrVG (Works Constitution Act).
• Proven experience drafting works agreements and representing company positions in negotiations.
• Native-level fluency in German and advanced proficiency in English.
• Degree in Law, Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.

Nice to have

• Proficiency in French.

Culture & Benefits

• Flexible First model with hybrid and remote options and a monthly work allowance.
• Free Gold membership to hirify.global wellness services for the employee and up to three family members.
• 30 days of paid holiday per year, plus an additional day off for your birthday.
• 100% paid parental leave for all new parents.
• One-time reimbursement for home office equipment setup.
• Continuous learning opportunities with personalized development roadmaps.