Employee & Labor Relations Business Partner (HRBP)

TL;DR

Employee & Labor Relations Business Partner (HRBP): Leading labor relations strategy and negotiations across EMEA with a primary focus on Germany and the Netherlands. Focus on managing complex employee representative body engagements, ensuring legal compliance, and supporting sensitive employee relations matters in a fast-paced environment.

Location: Must be based in or able to work from Munich, Germany

Company

hirify.global is a leading enterprise automation software company dedicated to transforming how the world works through the power of automation.

What you will do

• Lead labor relations strategy and negotiations across key European markets, focusing on Germany and the Netherlands.
• Manage engagement with Works Councils and other employee representative bodies, including drafting agreements and consultation materials.
• Maintain oversight of active labor relations matters, deadlines, and risks across the EMEA region.
• Advise HRBPs, managers, and senior leadership on consultation requirements and negotiation strategies.
• Support broader Employee Relations activities, including investigations, performance management, and restructurings.
• Develop and maintain governance tools, dashboards, and process documentation to ensure consistent case handling.

Requirements

• 7-10 years of experience in labor relations, employee relations, or employment law.
• Hands-on experience with German Works Councils, including co-determination and consultation processes.
• Fluency in German and English is mandatory.
• Proven ability to lead negotiations with employee representative bodies or unions.
• Strong understanding of German labor relations principles and stakeholder management.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment with a structured and detail-oriented approach.

Culture & Benefits

• Opportunity to work in a fast-moving, growth-oriented global company.
• Inclusive workplace culture that values diversity and equal opportunity.
• Flexible work arrangements with a mix of hybrid and office-based work depending on business needs.
• Commitment to professional growth and a collaborative team environment.