Labor Relations Manager - RI Job at Rhode Island Energy in Providence

As one of the largest investor‑owned utility companies in the United States, PPL Corporation (NYSE: PPL) is committed to creating long‑term, sustainable value for its 3.5 million customers, shareowners and the communities it serves. Its high‑performing regulated utilities — PPL Electric Utilities, Louisville Gas and Electric, Kentucky Utilities and Rhode Island Energy — provide outstanding experiences for customers, consistently ranking among the best utilities in the nation. PPL’s companies are investing in new infrastructure and technology that creates a smarter, more reliable, and resilient energy grid. The company is committed to advancing a cleaner energy future and achieving net‑zero carbon emissions by 2050 while maintaining reliability and affordability. PPL also supports programs that empower diverse communities.

Overview

NOTE: This is a hybrid position requiring on‑site presence three days per week in Providence, RI. #RIE

Responsibilities

• Leads the planning, development and implementation of Labor Relations programs and processes in support of business objectives.
• Provides overall union contract administration, including assisting with language interpretation and providing guidance on labor issues.
• Serves as chief spokesperson for contract negotiations, and coordinates negotiation preparation, including developing the negotiation strategy.
• Builds partnerships with gas and electric field operations and support service organizations and provides direction and counsel around contractual matters affecting business operations.
• Partners with local labor union leaders to achieve an effective and functional labor relations climate.
• Oversees the grievance process. Works collaboratively to resolve issues in a timely and satisfactory manner that best meets business objectives.
• Primary contact with in‑house counsel for assistance with arbitrations, contract negotiations, and any resolution for NLRB matters.
• Serve as company spokesperson at federal mediation.
• Manages process improvements for all labor relations processes to ensure efficiency and alignment with organizational objectives.
• Provides counsel to managers and supervisors on strategies to drive positive labor relations.
• In situations of significant labor relations matters, coordinates with the Director of HR and VP of Labor Relations/HR Strategy and legal resources as appropriate.
• Partners with operations leadership to identify specific labor relations priorities to optimize organizational and departmental performance and negotiates identified solutions with the local union.
• Develops HR departmental labor plans that establish the goals and objectives for the organization around labor relations strategies.
• Works in the office/on‑site to engage in face‑to‑face interaction and coordination of work among co‑workers.
• May be assigned an emergency response role during weather or system events, which may necessitate the need to work after‑hours, beyond a regular schedule.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree
• Five years of human resources, labor relations, or business‑related area experience.
• Demonstrated experience in labor contract negotiations and labor contract administration.
• Conceptual knowledge of the HR functions, including staffing, benefits, and compensation, with a broader knowledge of employment law, contract interpretation and employee relations.
• Strong leadership and management skills.
• Strong client‑service orientation, ability to work well with individuals within all levels of the organization.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• JD and SPHR certification.
• Experience in human resources strategic planning and project management.

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Human Resources

Industries

Utilities