Vice President - People Risk & Labor Strategy

Senior Executive Workforce Relations

An established national organization is seeking a senior executive to lead enterprise workforce relations strategy across a large and operationally complex environment. This individual will partner closely with executive leadership to strengthen workplace culture, reduce organizational risk, support leadership decision-making, and guide labor strategy in both represented and non-represented employee populations.

This role is best suited for a highly credible leader who thrives in fast-paced, decentralized organizations and can navigate sensitive workforce issues with sound judgment, diplomacy, and business acumen.

Responsibilities

Enterprise Workforce Strategy

• Shape and execute company-wide approaches related to workforce relations, leadership support, and organizational effectiveness
• Advise senior executives on sensitive employee matters, operational risk, and workforce planning considerations
• Establish practical frameworks that promote consistency, accountability, and strong leadership practices across multiple locations

Labor Strategy & Negotiations

• Direct labor strategy and provide oversight for negotiations, contract administration, and dispute resolution activities
• Guide leadership teams through complex labor-related situations while balancing operational priorities and long-term workforce stability
• Support proactive relationship management with represented employee groups and external stakeholders

Employee Relations & Organizational Risk

• Oversee high-level employee relations matters, including investigations, workplace concerns, corrective action, and escalated leadership issues
• Partner with internal stakeholders to ensure employment practices remain compliant, fair, and aligned with organizational standards
• Identify trends and recurring issues that may impact retention, morale, or operational performance

Leadership Partnership

• Coach and support senior leaders through organizational change, workforce challenges, and complex people situations
• Build strong cross-functional relationships and serve as a trusted advisor across the enterprise
• Lead and develop a high-performing team focused on workforce relations and organizational support