Negotiate directly with labor unions, adhering to the company’s principles and values
Manage the company’s relationship with labor unions, focusing on protecting the company’s reputation and maintaining good relations with employee and employer representative bodies
Monitor and assess the impacts of changes in labor legislation, with emphasis on managing employment relations and labor-union relations
Intervene in critical situations with unions, participating directly in negotiations and union relations together with the local team at each unit
Support the development of contingency plans for the company’s manufacturing/production units
Train and develop local negotiators who will lead collective bargaining processes
Define and guide proactive union-related projects aimed at reducing risks and conflicts in relations among the company, employees, and unions
Support the People team and leadership on matters directly or indirectly related to labor-union relations
Represent the company before associations and professional bodies on matters related to union management, safeguarding the company’s interests
Assist in preparing and managing the area’s budget
Track market indicators related to union negotiations and trends, as well as economic impacts, providing support for defining negotiation guidelines
Define and guide negotiation strategies for signing various collective agreements, based on the company’s values, negotiation guidelines, and the sustainability of labor relations
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree
Postgraduate degree preferred
Knowledge of labor legislation
Proven experience in labor-union negotiations
Certifications in HR processes, preferably emphasizing Compensation and Employee Engagement/Climate Management, are desirable
Willingness to travel
Valid Category B driver’s license
Benefits
Health and dental plans for you and your dependents
Flu vaccination and medication assistance
Online therapy for mental health
Access to Pilar 24h, offering services from professionals such as psychologists, nutritionists, veterinarians, lawyers, and others to support you and your family
Home office allowance (for hybrid work and depending on the work unit)
Birthday day off (for hybrid work and depending on the work unit)
Access to Total Pass with more than 200 fitness activity options
"VC em Movimento" program that encourages exercise and physical activity
Hybrid work model (onsite three times per week) for administrative positions
Childcare/babysitter assistance (depending on the work unit)
School supplies assistance
End-of-year gifts/toys for employees’ children
"VC e seu Bebê" program providing guidance to expectant mothers throughout pregnancy and for three months after the baby’s birth
Extended parental leave for mothers and fathers
Transportation voucher, parking, or company shuttle (depending on the work unit)
Private pension/retirement plan
Annual performance bonus (PPR) or variable remuneration (RV)
Life insurance
Meal voucher, cafeteria access and/or meal card (depending on the work unit)