Labor Relations Advisor

We have an exciting opportunity for you to join our team as a Labor Relations Advisor in the Netherlands.

Who we are:

FedEx is the largest express transportation company in the world, connecting more than 220 countries and territories. We work every moment to deliver the most important package of someone’s day. Our team of passionate people know their day-to-day work is invaluable in delivering outstanding experience to our customers. 530,000 team members strong, we are as diverse as the world we serve. We love what we do, and we do it well. Our reach is big, and so are our dreams. Join us and let's write our next chapter together.

What you will be doing:

• Consultation & Service Execution: Resolve complex labor relations questions and provide effective execution of labor relations services for the Netherlands by applying best practices, interpreting laws and regulations, offering recommendations and consultative support, and maintaining up-to-date knowledge of labor relations policies and regulations.
• Labor Relations Matters: Lead and facilitate communication and negotiations with employee representatives (Unions and Works Council), developing strategies for proactive engagement and alignment with business and compliance goals.
• Education: Develop and deliver consultation on labor relations and compliance-related topics, policies, and procedures, ensuring internal partners utilize available tools and resources and align with organizational standards.
• Local Policy Development: Apply knowledge of laws, regulations, and industry best practices to support the development of local employee and labor relations policies and procedures to ensure compliance.
• Risk Mitigation: Collaborate with human resources and legal partners to assess and mitigate potential risks related to employee and labor relations issues, ensuring adherence to policy, legal, and regulatory requirements, and implementing proactive measures to address emerging concerns.
• Benchmarking: Collaborate with relevant stakeholder groups to stay updated on labor regulations and best practices.

What do you bring with you:

• At least 5-7 years of recent experience within Employment & Labor Law.
• Master’s degree in Employment Law, Labor Law, or Human Resources.
• Forward-looking, able to quickly prioritize and adjust, and translate business plans to local country priorities.
• Strong stakeholder management skills with key clients in the market on labor relations matters.
• Agility and ability to manage competing and shifting priorities.
• Ability to bring external labor market insights into internal strategy and a strong perspective on the external labor market.
• Demonstrated success in managing relationships with unions, works councils, and other employee representation bodies.
• Experience in collective bargaining and navigating complex labor laws.
• Fluency in Dutch.

What do we offer:

• Attractive compensation package
• Training to get you started and on-the-job learning opportunities
• Extensive learning resources to further develop your skills and knowledge
• Tuition Assistance Program (applicable for FedEx positions with a permanent contract)
• Employee Assistance Program for you and your family in difficult life situations
• Employee reduced-rate shipping
• Great career opportunities
• FedEx is one of the world’s most admired companies and trusted brands year after year

Bring your ideas, individuality, and dreams to our global community. Feel good about where you work. Choose your career path – we’re ready to invest in your development. Join FedEx.