Senior Manager Labor Relations

Requisition ID:  92898 

Florida Power & Light Company is the largest electric utility in the U.S., providing reliable energy to nearly 12 million Floridians. With one of the nation’s most fuel-efficient, cost-effective power generation fleets and industry-leading reliability, we’re redefining what’s possible in energy. Want to be part of something powerful? Join our outstanding team and help shape the future of energy.

Position Specific Description

The Senior Manager Labor Relations position provides support to the Director of Labor Relations and business partners in the areas of contract negotiation, contract administration, union avoidance and positive employee relations. The role optimizes working relationships between the various labor unions and the company.  It develops and executes labor relations strategies to meet critical business objectives. The individual will:

• Actively participate in collective bargaining agreement negotiations including development and successful execution of strategies to maximize efficiency, productivity and economic competitiveness of the company.
• Interface with senior company leadership to develop negotiations priorities and effectively communicate progress towards conclusion of an approved agreement.
• Develop and execute labor relations strategies that advance company business priorities, promote positive company-union relations, and increase employee engagement.
• Develop and manage union avoidance strategies and tools that proactively mitigate the risk of union organizing activities. Provide guidance and training for management on union avoidance and manage company efforts during campaigns.
• Lead grievance hearings and provide necessary support and preparation during arbitrations.
• Provide leadership and guidance to managers regarding the application and interpretation of human resources practices, policies, and procedures.
• Provide leadership, training, and education to managers across areas such as: collective bargaining, conflict resolution, employment/labor law, performance management, union avoidance and employee engagement.
• Stay current on federal, state and local regulations and events pertaining to labor issues.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in human resources, labor relations or related field of study or equivalent education and experience.
• Master’s Degree
• Minimum of 7 years of labor and employee relations experience in roles of increasing responsibility.
• Experience working in a collective bargaining environment.
• Labor Relations Professional certification
• SPHR or PHR (Professional Human Resources) certification

This position will bee 100% on site in our Juno Beach Office.