Eurest

　　Position Title: LABOR & EMPLOYEE RELATIONS SPECIALIST AT MICROSOFT - REDMOND, WA

　　Pay Grade: 13

　　Reports To: Sr. Human Resources Manager

　　Salary: $90,000-$100,000/yr.

　　As the leader in business and industry dining, Eurest is the company to join if you want a rewarding career packed with limitless opportunities. We feed the employees of the nation's largest and most-prestigious companies -- in every state and across all industries. As a member of Eurest's leadership and professional support team, you will help our 16,000 chefs, and in-unit associates excel as they deliver world-class meals in corporate cafes and executive dining rooms with on-site catering through vending innovations and more.

　　Our company is innovative, high performing and fast growing. Our teammates are enthusiastic, committed to quality and thrive on consistently delivering unparalleled results. And did we mention we work with exciting companies and at interesting locations? Come grow your career with Eurest.

　　Job Summary

　　The Labor and Employee Relations Specialist supports efforts to build a positive culture of accountability, promoting team member welfare and recognition. Position assists the Labor Relations and Employee Relations teams with investigations, record-keeping, informational requests, training, and various administrative tasks related to Labor and Employee Relations. Position is also accountable for assisting Human Resources and operational management in achieving positive employee relations environments. Role is responsible for a wide variety of analysis, interpretation, development, implementation and administration of issues and support involving team members at both union and non-union environments.

　　Responsibilities

　　Provide outstanding advice and guidance to managers relating to Employee Relations Issues

　　Ensure advice and policy guidance is communicated in line with our Core Signature and employment law standards

　　Support the design, communication and continual improvement of employee relations resources

　　Develops and delivers training related to Employee Relations topics and procedures

　　Responds to HR inquires submitted to, e-mail and other communication channels that involve Employee Relations matters

　　Partners with Field HR, Legal, Labor Relations, Risk Management and Operations for resolution of escalated HR inquires

　　Assists in internal team member investigations as assigned

　　Coordinate labor relations projects to ensure their completion in a timely and efficient manner

　　Provides support to the Labor Relations team on collective bargaining, including compiling draft documents, fulfilling informational requests, and coordinating post-negotiations activity

　　Assists in preparation for contract negations and arbitration hearings

　　Provide guidance to human resources and operations management in resolving labor relations concerns and issues ensuring alignment with company practices and collective bargaining agreements

　　Keep all stakeholders informed about labor relations matters, changes in policies and any potential areas of concern

　　Assist with the interpretation and administration of labor contracts

　　Design and deliver training on labor relations initiatives

　　Maintains recordkeeping of agreements, materials, arbitrations, grievances, or any other related documents

　　Be a champion for great people management

　　Other duties as assigned

　　Experience

　　Real-world experience supporting or implementing employee relations standards and investigations

　　2+ years of Labor Relations experience in a multilocation unionized environment strongly preferred

　　Experience conducting effective & objective investigations and advising on corrective action in unionized environments

　　Experience in grievance handling and negotiations preparation

　　Labor relations experience including interpreting and advising managers on collective agreements, participating in grievances/arbitrations, bargaining and negotiations is strongly preferred.

　　Skills and Qualifications

　　Bachelor’s degree

　　Knowledge of labor and employment laws, e.g., NLRA, FLSA and FMLA

　　Excellent verbal and written communication skills

　　Strong organizational, follow-through, and workload planning skills, with the ability to juggle multiple priorities while adhering to processes and deadlines.

　　Demonstrated ability to manage complex associate relations issues at a large, multi-unit organization preferred.

　　Previous experience as part of a centralized HR environment, preferably in a corporate setting.

　　Intermediate Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint skills; advanced skills preferred.

　　Experience responding to common inquiries or complaints from associates, regulatory agencies or members of the business community.

　　Strong presentation skills required.

　　Sense of urgency with the ability to respond in a service-oriented, timely and efficient manner.

　　Great interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality.

　　Strong administrative skills including data entry, filing, reporting, etc.

　　Apply to Eurest today!

　　Eurest is a member of Compass Group USA

　　Click here to Learn More about the Compass Story (http://www.compass-usa.com/our-story/)

　　Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

　　Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act. We encourage applicants with a criminal history (and driving history) to apply.

　　Eurest maintains a drug-free workplace. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

　　Associates at Eurest are offered many fantastic benefits.

　　Medical

　　Dental

　　Vision

　　Life Insurance/ AD

　　Disability Insurance

　　Retirement Plan

　　Paid Time Off

　　Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)

　　Associate Shopping Program

　　Health and Wellness Programs

　　Discount Marketplace

　　Identity Theft Protection

　　Pet Insurance

　　Commuter Benefits

　　Employee Assistance Program

　　Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)