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Now hiring! Sr. Labor Relations Specialist

We are looking for a Sr. Labor Relations Specialist to join our People Services team in Geismar, LA.

Come create chemistry with us!

Under the direction of the Sr. Labor Relations Manager, we are seeking a skilled and experienced **Sr. Labor Relations Specialist** to support a union working environment at BASF’s largest North America site in Geismar, Louisiana. The successful candidate will ensure compliance with union contracts, resolve disputes, and foster positive labor relations within the organization.

This position offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic and challenging environment, where you will play a key role in promoting positive labor relations and supporting the overall success of the organization. If you are a dedicated professional with a passion for labor relations, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

As a Sr. Labor Relations Specialist, you create chemistry by...

+ Serves as the initial contact, SME, and liaison formanagement, employees, HRBPs, and union representatives on Geismar union contract, policies, and procedures applicable to union workforce

+ Serves as a representative for the organization in interactions with union leaders, including participating in grievance meetings, negotiations, and other labor related activities

+ Ensures compliance with CBA andprovides guidance to management and employees on CBA provisions including contract language interpretation

+ Provide expert guidance and recommendations for problem resolution to management

+ Conduct thorough, compliant, and fact-finding investigations to address complaints and grievances in accordance with established company and grievance procedures, ensuring prompt and fair resolution of complaints in a timely manner

+ Promote a positive and collaborative relationship between management and union leaders, fostering open communication, mutual respect, and a productive work environment

+ Collaborate with HR and management to develop and implement strategies for addressing and improving positive employee relations

+ Provides guidance to management on employment and labor laws and maintains current knowledge to reduce risk and ensure regulatory compliance

+ Maintains in depth knowledge and understanding of collective bargaining, labor relations, and human resources

+ Develop and deliver training programs on labor relations topics, including union rights and responsibilities, grievance procedures, and conflict resolution techniques

+ Assist in development of the negotiation strategy.Collects information and data to assess cost and policy implications of negotiations and disputes. This may include management and union proposals, wages, benefits, working conditions, and other items

+ Maintain accurate records of labor relations activities, including grievances, negotiations, and contract changes, ensuring compliance with record-keeping requirements

If you...

+ Bachelor’s degree required in Human Resources, Business Administration, Industrial Relations, or other related discipline.

+ Minimum of three (3) years of progressive professional Human Resources Business Partner/Generalist experience.

+ Broad knowledge of HR functions, including labor relations, employee relations, compliance, performance management, talent acquisition, compensation, and policy implementation.

+ Ability to maintain confidentiality and manage sensitive information on a day-to-day basis and use sound judgment to make decisions in a fair and consistent manner.

+ Ability to moderate, mediate, and mitigate conflict in a professional manner.

+ Strong coaching and facilitation skills.

+ Demonstrate ability to manage and administer a broad range of tasks including resolving complaints, and counseling managers and employees on the interpretation of CBA, policies, and procedures.

Create your own chemistry with you@BASF

At BASF, you will have the chance to do meaningful work towards building a more sustainable future. In addition to competitive compensation and benefits, BASF provides you with access to a wide range of elements to help you be your best. It’s what we call **you@BASF** . We are committed to providing benefits, programs, and opportunities that support our employees’ overall well-being, personal growth, and a safe, collaborative, and inclusive work environment.

Just some of the many benefits we offer include:

+ Flexible work arrangements whenever possible

+ Highly competitive retirement savings plan with company match and investment options

+ Well-being programs that include comprehensive mental health support for you and your household family members

+ Family forming benefits (fertility, adoption and surrogacy reimbursement, maternity/parental leave, and more)

+ Back-up child and elder care with discount programs for families of all ages and stages

+ Mentoring and career development opportunities that allow you to share, learn, and thrive

+ Matching gifts program that allows you to deepen the impact of your contributions to qualified charities.

+ Employee crisis support for when the unexpected happens

+ Access to our BASF wine cellar, employee discounts, and much more!

About us

As one of the largest chemical companies in North America we have been finding solutions for your everyday needs and addressing the most complex economic, environmental, and sustainability challenges for more than 150 years!

At BASF we empower our employees with the tools, guidance and opportunities they need to advance and succeed in work and life. Giving you the support you need to be your best and fulfill your personal ambitions is what helps us create chemistry. After all, our success is linked to yours. Whatever path you envision, BASF is a great place to build a rewarding, successful career.

Belong to Something Bigger. #belongatBASF

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Equal employment opportunities

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, citizenship, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, disability status, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.