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Sartorius · 1 day ago

Labor & Employment Relations Manager - Bohemia, NY

Bohemia, NY

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid, Senior Level

$125K/yr - $130K/yr

5+ years exp

Sartorius is a global life science company seeking an experienced Labor & Employment Relations Manager to provide strategic legal guidance on labor and employment matters across North America. The role involves advising HR and business leaders on compliance with employment laws, managing complex employee relations issues, and supporting the development of training programs.

BiotechnologyHealth CareManufacturingPharmaceutical

Responsibilities

Advise HR and business leaders on U.S. federal, state, and local employment laws, as well as applicable regulations in Canada, LATAM and Puerto Rico

Draft, review, and update employment-related local policies, handbooks, and agreements (e.g., offer letters, separation agreements, confidentiality agreements)

Advise and counsel complex employee relations issues, including investigations, disciplinary actions, and terminations, ensuring legal compliance and consistency

Support compliance programs related to wage and hour, discrimination, harassment, and workplace safety

Monitor legislative and regulatory changes impacting employment practices and proactively recommend adjustments

Coordinate with external counsel as needed for litigation, arbitration, or specialized regional matters

Support the development and delivery of Employment Law Trainings to key stakeholders

Qualification

Juris Doctor (JD)Employment law experienceU.S. employment laws knowledgeFluency in EnglishStakeholder managementSpanishPortugueseCommunication skillsNegotiation skills

Required

Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school; licensed to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction

5+ years of experience in employment law

Strong knowledge of U.S. employment laws (FLSA, Title VII, ADA, FMLA, etc.) and familiarity with Canada, Puerto Rico and LATAM labor frameworks

Proven ability to manage complex, cross-border employment issues and provide practical, business-oriented solutions

Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills

Potential for up to 10% travel

Identification with our core values: Sustainability, Openness, Enjoyment

Preferred

Fluency in Spanish or Portuguese is a plus

Experience in a multinational corporate environment or reputable law firm

Benefits

Personal and Professional Development: Mentoring, leadership programs, internal seminar offerings

Worklife Balance: Paid vacation, sick time, corporate holidays and community service day; as well as flexible work schedules

Making an Impact Right from the Start: Comprehensive onboarding, including a virtual online platform

Welcoming Culture: Mutual support, team spirit and international collaboration; communities on numerous topics such as “Coaching”, “Agile Working” and a “Businesswomen’s Network”

Health & Well Being: Wide selection of health and well-being support such as a variety of medical plans to choose from, dental, vision, EAP, and other wellness programs.

Intelligent Working Environment: Working in smart buildings with the latest technology and equipment.

Retirement Savings Plan: 401 k (with generous company match)

Flexible Spending: HSA, FSA (dependent care & healthcare spending), Transportation Commuter Account

Company Paid Benefits: Basic Life Insurance, AD&D, EAP, Family Planning & Women’s Health, Health Advocate

Additional/Optional: Supplemental Life Insurance (employee, spouse & dependents), Legal Services, LTD & STD, Critical Illness Insurance, Student Loan Tuition Refinance Service

Company

Sartorius

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Sartorius helps its customers to develop and manufacture biotech medicines reliably, quickly, and economically. It is a sub-organization of Sartorius.

Founded in 1870

Göttingen, Niedersachsen, DEU

10001+ employees