European Works Council & Labour Relations Transformation Leader

GE Vernova

Labour Relations leader managing GE Vernova’s European Works Council and consultation processes. Building governance, operating models and transformation capabilities across Europe.

Posted 8/4/2026full-timeRemote • 🇫🇷 FranceSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Labour Relations and Employee Relations within multinational organizations, with a strong focus on European legislation and consultation processes. Capable of leading complex organizational change initiatives and developing effective governance frameworks and training programs.

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Labour Relations ManagementEuropean Works Council LeadershipStakeholder ManagementProject ManagementOrganizational Change Initiatives

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Hard Skills

Labour RelationsEmployee RelationsEuropean Labour Relations LegislationConsultation StrategyGovernance FrameworksProject ManagementMetrics DevelopmentDigital Tools DevelopmentTraining DevelopmentRestructuring Experience

Soft Skills

Executive InfluencingStakeholder EngagementCoachingOrganizational CapabilitiesIndependent Operation

Tools & Technologies

Digital TechnologiesAutomationDashboardsProject Management ToolsCentral Repository Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Human ResourcesAdvanced Qualifications in Employment LawAdvanced Qualifications in Industrial Relations

Industry Keywords

Multinational OrganizationUnionized EnvironmentsManufacturingIndustrialEnergyMergers and AcquisitionsTransformation ProgrammesCentres of Excellence

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead and manage the European Works Council and Select Committee
Plan, coordinate and manage European Works Council meetings and consultation processes
Prepare executives and functional leaders for presentations and consultations
Advise leadership on messaging, consultation strategy and stakeholder engagement
Coordinate consultation timelines, governance and documentation across Europe, particularly Germany and France
Partner with Legal, Communications, HR and business leaders to ensure effective consultation and compliance
Design and implement the European Labour Relations operating model
Develop standard work, playbooks, process maps, governance frameworks, templates and toolkits
Build a central repository of guidance materials, FAQs and best practices
Develop digital tools, dashboards and scalable project-management practices
Leverage AI, digital technologies, automation and dashboard reporting to improve efficiency and visibility
Develop and deliver training for HR, project managers, functional leaders and executives
Coach senior leaders participating in consultation processes
Build Labour Relations capability across the European HR organization
Track consultation projects, support resource planning and prioritization, and establish operating rhythms
Develop metrics to monitor effectiveness and drive continuous improvement
Lead Labour Relations aspects of organizational transformation, restructuring and business change across Europe
Support consultation strategies for acquisitions, integrations and organizational change
Contribute to the European Labour Relations Centre of Excellence

Requirements

What you’ll need

Significant experience leading Labour Relations and Employee Relations within a complex multinational organization
Demonstrated experience managing a European Works Council or equivalent transnational employee representative body
Strong understanding of European Labour Relations legislation and Information & Consultation requirements
Experience leading complex restructuring, transformation and organizational change initiatives
Experience partnering across multiple European jurisdictions in a matrix organization
Strong stakeholder management and executive influencing skills
Excellent project management and organizational capabilities
Ability to operate independently in a fast-paced, evolving environment
Willingness to travel within Europe approximately 35%
Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Industrial Relations, Employment Law or related discipline preferred
Advanced qualifications in Employment Law, Industrial Relations or Human Resources preferred
Experience in manufacturing, industrial, energy or similar unionized environments preferred
Experience establishing Labour Relations governance, Centres of Excellence or operating models preferred
Experience supporting mergers, acquisitions, integrations and large-scale transformation programmes preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Remote position
Opportunity to progressively expand scope and influence
No relocation assistance provided