Build and maintain trusted relationships with Works Council representatives

Serve as primary liaison between leadership and Works Council(s)

Develop proactive engagement strategies balancing business needs and employee representation

Ensure compliance with labour law and Works Council requirements across Germany and Austria

Negotiate works council agreements aligning with enterprise strategic objectives

Lead formal consultation processes on organisational changes and workforce decisions

Provide labour relations counsel to HRBPs navigating complex people decisions

Conduct legal and regulatory landscape analysis anticipating operational impacts

Improve social dialogue approaches through training and policy development

Support implementation of new people programs, policies, and practices