Employee Relations Manager - APMEA & Europe

Employee Relations Manager - APMEA & Europe

Requisition ID: 56250
Position Type: FT Permanent
Workplace Arrangement: #LI-Hybrid

Kerry is the world's leading taste and nutrition company for the food, beverage and pharmaceutical industries. Every day we partner with customers to create healthier, tastier and more sustainable products that are consumed by billions of people across the world. Our vision is to be our customers' most valued partner, creating a world of sustainable nutrition. A career with Kerry offers you an opportunity to shape the future of food while providing you opportunities to explore and grow in a truly global environment.

About the role

• Work Location: 1Powerhouse, Petaling Jaya, Selangor.
• Reporting To: Employee Experience Services Lead - APMEA & Europe

As an Employee Relations Manager - APMEA & Europe, you will lead the employee relations function across these regions, focusing on providing expert guidance to managers and employees, ensuring compliance with labor laws, and fostering a positive workplace culture. As a leader, you will demonstrate ethical practices, guide team development, and drive awareness and accountability for employee relations across the organization.

Key responsibilities

Employee Relations Management:

• Lead and manage employee relations activities across APMEA and Europe.
• Provide expert advice and support to managers and employees on employee relations issues.
• Ensure compliance with local labor laws and company policies.
• Develop and implement employee relations strategies and initiatives.
• Conduct investigations and resolve employee complaints and grievances.
• Promote a positive work environment and culture.

Policy Implementation:

• Develop and update employee relations policies and procedures.
• Ensure consistent application of policies across the region.
• Provide training and guidance to managers and employees on employee relations policies and practices.
• Identify and assess employee relations risks.
• Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies.
• Monitor and report on employee relations trends and issues.

Leadership and Mentorship:

• Lead by example, demonstrating ethical behavior and commitment to employee relations.
• Mentor and develop team members, ensuring their understanding of employee relations requirements.
• Promote a culture of employee relations awareness and accountability.

Qualifications and skills

• Bachelor’s or University Degree in Human Resources, Business, Law, or related field.
• Certifications such as NAFTA, CPA, EAR, ITAR, IAPP, ACFCS, or ACAMS are advantageous.
• Minimum 7 years’ experience in a global compliance, risk management, or similar roles.
• Proven experience in leading a team.
• Strong ability to work effectively across diverse teams.