Job purpose:

Lead and manage Employee and Labor Relations strategies to create a positive, inclusive, and compliant workplace. Drive initiatives that strengthen employee engagement, uphold human rights, promote diversity and well-being, and align with Thai Union's sustainability commitments and Big 6 Values: Passionate, Humble, Respectful, Responsible, Collaborative, Innovative.

Job responsibilities:

Employee & Labor Relations: Oversee grievance management processes, ensuring timely, fair, and transparent resolution of employee concerns.
Policy & Compliance: Ensure ER policies comply with labor laws and global human rights standards; develop and implement HR policies to meet organizational needs.
Disciplinary Management: Manage disciplinary investigations and enforcement actions, ensuring due process in compliance with Thai Labor Law and company regulations.
Human Rights & Social Responsibility: Champion human rights activities and ethical labor practices; collaborate with NGOs and external stakeholders to support advocacy and social impact programs.
DEI & Well-being Programs: Lead Diversity, Equity & Inclusion initiatives and Thai Union's Happy 8 Program to foster inclusivity, mental health, and employee well-being.
Engagement & Communication: Design and execute communication plans for engagement programs; monitor effectiveness and proactively address gaps to continuously improve employee experience.
Data & Insights: Analyze ER and engagement metrics to identify trends and root causes; develop solutions to enhance organizational capability and culture.
Legal Coordination: Partner with internal/external legal counsel on employment-related issues; assist in preparing responses to complaints or charges.
Project Leadership: Lead ER-related projects, DEI initiatives, and change management programs.
Other Duties: Perform any other tasks as assigned.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in labor law, HR, or related field; master's degree preferred.
Minimum 5+ years in employee relations or HR leadership roles; experience in grievance management, DEI, and human rights programs is a plus
Strong communication and negotiation skills
Knowledge of labor law and human rights standards
Ability to build partnerships with NGOs and external stakeholders
Creativity and ability to drive innovative solutions
Fluent in Thai.

Senior Employee Relations Department Manager