Site Name: Japan - Tokyo - Akasaka Posted Date: Aug 20 2024 About the role The Head of ER is a senior management position that oversees the employee relations function of the organization. The Head of ER is responsible for developing and implementing policies and practices that foster a positive and productive work environment, as well as ensuring compliance with labor laws and regulations. The Head of ER leads the union negotiation process, which involves bargaining with the representatives of the unionized workforce on various aspects of their employment contract, such as wages, benefits, working conditions, and grievance procedures. The Head of ER plays as secretariat to organize and facilitate the disciplinary committee. Key responsibilities Develop and execute the employee relations strategy and plan, aligned with the organization's vision, mission, values, and goals. Manage and supervise the ER team, including hiring, training, coaching, and performance evaluation. Provide guidance and support to managers and employees on various ER issues, such as conflict resolution, disciplinary actions, performance improvement, and employee engagement. Conduct investigations and audits on ER matters, such as complaints, allegations, disputes, and violations, and ensure appropriate actions and follow-ups. Organize and facilitate the disciplinary committee as secretariat Establish and maintain effective communication and collaboration with the union representatives, and foster a constructive and respectful relationship. Lead the union negotiation process, including preparing proposals, conducting meetings, reviewing contracts, and resolving disputes. Monitor and analyze the ER trends and metrics, and provide reports and recommendations to senior management and stakeholders. Stay updated on the latest ER best practices, laws, and regulations, and ensure compliance and alignment with the organization's policies and procedures. Build and maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders, such as senior management, legal counsel, unions, and regulators. Key qualifications Bachelor's degree in human resources, labor relations, or related field. Minimum of 10 years of experience in ER, with at least 5 years in a leadership role. Extensive knowledge and experience in union negotiation and labor relations. Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills. High level of integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality. Ability to work under pressure and handle multiple tasks and deadlines. Proficient in Microsoft Office and HR software. Why GSK? Uniting science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together. GSK is a global biopharma company with a special purpose – to unite science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together – so we can positively impact the health of billions of people and deliver stronger, more sustainable shareholder returns – as an organisation where people can thrive. We prevent and treat disease with vaccines, specialty and general medicines. We focus on the science of the immune system and the use of new platform and data technologies, investing in four core therapeutic areas (infectious diseases, HIV, respiratory/ immunology and oncology). Our success absolutely depends on our people. While getting ahead of disease together is about our ambition for patients and shareholders, it’s also about making GSK a place where people can thrive. We want GSK to be a place where people feel inspired, encouraged and challenged to be the best they can be. A place where they can be themselves – feeling welcome, valued, and included. Where they can keep growing and look after their wellbeing. So, if you share our ambition, join us at this exciting moment in our journey to get Ahead Together. Important notice to Employment businesses/ Agencies GSK does not accept referrals from employment businesses and/or employment agencies in respect of the vacancies posted on this site. All employment businesses/agencies are required to contact GSK's commercial and general procurement/human resources department to obtain prior written authorization before referring any candidates to GSK. The obtaining of prior written authorization is a condition precedent to any agreement (verbal or written) between the employment business/ agency and GSK. In the absence of such written authorization being obtained any actions undertaken by the employment business/agency shall be deemed to have been performed without the consent or contractual agreement of GSK. GSK shall therefore not be liable for any fees arising from such actions or any fees arising from any referrals by employment businesses/agencies in respect of the vacancies posted on this site.