Employee / Labor Relations Cover Letter

I am excited to be applying for the position of employee / labor relations. Please accept this letter and the attached resume as my interest in this position.

Previously, I was responsible for guidance on various aspects of employment law (Family and Medical Leave Act, American with Disabilities Act, etc.), employee relations, labor relations, policy interpretation and disciplinary procedures.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Decision Making – Choosing optimal courses of action in a timely manner
• Experience with employee and/or labor relations in a public sector including primary responsibility for labor negotiation and grievance arbitration
• Experience developing labor management partnerships and employee engagement
• Experience working with management staff at all levels within an organization
• Experience managing ADA/reasonable accommodations program at a large organization
• Experience using various software programs (Microsoft Office, word processing, spreadsheets, databases, presentation software, Adobe Acrobat, ) to accomplish assignments
• Experience writing, editing, and proofreading, producing correspondence and other written materials that reflect the high standards and professionalism of an executive office
• Organizational and time management skills to establish goals, set priorities and manage deadlines

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the employee / labor relations position.

In my previous role, I was responsible for training to HR and managers on a variety of topics including labor and employee relations best practices, workforce analytics and risk mitigation.

I reviewed the requirements of the job opening and I believe my candidacy is an excellent fit for this position. Some of the key requirements that I have extensive experience with include:

• Knowledge of employment laws, unemployment, collective bargaining agreements, oral and written communications skills, speed writing, listening, reasoning/analyzing/resolving skills and labor relations
• Experience in human resources functional area, HR Generalist, or HR Consulting role
• Experience as an HR Generalist or Employee Relations Consultant
• Strong knowledge of all human resources areas, with an expertise in limited functional areas
• Experience of employee relations consultation & labor relations management
• This job requires travel to client field sites across the U.S. to conduct investigations, facilitate conflict resolution, or meet with customers
• Bilingual with English/Spanish language proficiency
• Masters or Juris Doctor

I am excited to be applying for the position of employee / labor relations. Please accept this letter and the attached resume as my interest in this position.

Previously, I was responsible for advice and counsel to operational and property HR leaders on collective bargaining agreement interpretation and resolution of escalated labor relations situations.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Demonstrated experience in all facets of labor and employee relations, inclusive of labor contract administration, collective bargaining (including significant experience as chief spokesperson), mediation, arbitration advocacy, facilitation/conflict resolution, drafting of settlement agreements, letters of understanding and arbitration post hearing briefs
• Experience conducting investigations and knowledge of investigatory processes/best practices
• Strong understanding and working knowledge of applicable labor and employment laws and regulations at the CA state and federal level
• Excellent analytical skills, including legal analysis and strong verbal and written communication skills
• Experience in a labor law through prior legal practice or labor relations negotiations role
• General knowledge of human resource management theories, principles and practices encompassing HR functional areas, such as compensation/benefits, training and organizational development, workplace diversity, staffing/recruitment and leadership/management development
• General knowledge of LBNL/UC/DOE policies and procedures
• Strategic/Analytical Thinking and Decision Making

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the employee / labor relations position.

In my previous role, I was responsible for labor relations coaching and solutions to plant staff in accordance with the collective agreement, established labor relations practices/strategies and related Federal/State legislation.

I reviewed the requirements of the job opening and I believe my candidacy is an excellent fit for this position. Some of the key requirements that I have extensive experience with include:

• Strong computer skills and proficiency in MS Office products
• Strategic thinker - knowledgeable on best practices for an Employee Relations function
• Relevant experience conducting formal investigations involving all levels of interaction and providing appropriate recommendations to senior business leaders
• Excellent knowledge of all state and federal employment laws
• Experience in conflict resolution methods, including facilitation and mediation of agreements
• Labor relations experience to include labor contract negotiations, practices and strategies, and contract administration
• Demonstrated knowledge of various areas of academic personnel management in a university setting
• Experience supervising a team of professionals

I would like to submit my application for the employee / labor relations opening. Please accept this letter and the attached resume.

In the previous role, I was responsible for expert advice and support to management and staff on employee and labor relations matters of complexity, in accordance with established Brown policies and procedures and legislative requirements, and existing collective bargaining agreements.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Proficiency with employment policies and practices
• Willingness to grow a career in Employee & Labor Relations
• Proficient in computer software, Microsoft office
• Knowledge of employment legal practices/policies
• Large company HR experience in a COE / Shared Services environment
• Previous manager level leadership experience
• Familiarity and/or experience with Lean/Six Sigma methodologies – standard work, Process Mapping, Kaizen
• Fluent in English, French & Arabic (verbal and written)