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An established national organization is seeking a senior executive to lead enterprise workforce relations strategy across a large and operationally complex environment. This individual will partner closely with executive leadership to strengthen workplace culture, reduce organizational risk, support leadership decision-making, and guide labor strategy in both represented and non-represented employee populations. This role is best suited for a highly credible leader who thrives in fast-paced, decentralized organizations and can navigate sensitive workforce issues with sound judgment, diplomacy, and business acumen. Responsibilities Enterprise Workforce Strategy Shape and execute company-wide approaches related to workforce relations, leadership support, and organizational effectiveness Advise senior executives on sensitive employee matters, operational risk, and workforce planning considerations Establish practical frameworks that promote consistency, accountability, and strong leadership practices across multiple locations Labor Strategy & Negotiations Direct labor strategy and provide oversight for negotiations, contract administration, and dispute resolution activities Guide leadership teams through complex labor-related situations while balancing operational priorities and long-term workforce stability Support proactive relationship management with represented employee groups and external stakeholders Employee Relations & Organizational Risk Oversee high-level employee relations matters, including investigations, workplace concerns, corrective action, and escalated leadership issues Partner with internal stakeholders to ensure employment practices remain compliant, fair, and aligned with organizational standards Identify trends and recurring issues that may impact retention, morale, or operational performance Leadership Partnership Coach and support senior leaders through organizational change, workforce challenges, and complex people situations Build strong cross-functional relationships and serve as a trusted advisor across the enterprise Lead and develop a high-performing team focused on workforce relations and organizational support Requirements Essential Bachelor’s degree required 15+ years of senior-level experience within labor relations, employee relations, workforce strategy, or human resources leadership Demonstrated experience managing complex workforce environments across multiple locations or business units Strong background in labor negotiations, workforce risk management, and employment-related investigations Deep understanding of employment legislation and labor practices Exceptional leadership presence with the ability to influence at executive levels Proven success navigating confidential and high-impact organizational matters   Preferred Graduate degree or advanced professional certification Experience supporting large-scale operational organizations Background leading workforce initiatives in unionized environments Experience building scalable employee relations frameworks and leadership capability programs Strong track record of developing and mentoring teams Benefits This position offers a comprehensive executive compensation package, including: Base salary range: $160,000 to $280,000 (depending on experience) Annual incentive opportunity Comprehensive health and wellness benefits Retirement savings program with company contribution Additional long-term growth opportunities within the organization Keller is a recruitment agency that provides services to clients ranging from startups and non profits to multinational corporations. Keller emphasizes ethical search processes, attentive candidate care, and leadership placements that support long-term client outcomes. To learn more about the firm and about our candidate services - please visit Executive Search New York City |