Colt DCS has a vision to ''to be the most customer centric data centre provider''. We have over 20 years' experience in designing, building and operating energy-efficient, reliable data centres - hosting significant financial, media, corporate and cloud wholesale providers across the world.
We operate 29 state-of-the-art data centres across Europe and Asia Pacific, offering 24/7 security and local language support. We are connected to a further 530+ third party data centres across our network and are able to offer private links into the major public cloud providers.
Privately owned, Colt DCS is one of the most financially sound companies in its industry and able to provide the best customer experience at a competitive price.
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We strongly encourage candidates of all different backgrounds and identities to apply. We are committed to making Colt an inclusive and supportive workplace

Job title: Employee Relations / Works Council Specialist

Division: Human Resources

Location: DE

Objective of the position

• Ensuring best-in-class operational HR service across all aspects of the employee lifecycle in our German offices
• Consulting and providing expertise in all areas of HUMAN RESOURCES to deliver a proactive, consistent and efficient approach in line with our global operating model
• Leadership and management of a trusting cooperation with the works council, including participation in the meetings with the works council on site

Main

• Independent and proactive advice and support of (international) managers and German employees for a defined business area in personnel-sensitive issues, taking into account the jurisdiction, the applicable company agreements and global guidelines
• Collaborate with global business stakeholders and global HR teams in the design and local implementation of strategic initiatives as well as global HR initiatives to ensure both business and employment law requirements and respect best practices
• Management of complex employee relations issues or change management initiatives including conducting negotiations, advising on legal matters and representing Colt before labour courts
• Consulting, communication and training of (international) executives in relation to HR operational processes including performance and talent management, annual salary and performance reviews, performance improvement plans and disciplinary measures
• Management of all aspects of absences and holiday entitlements as well as conducting company integration management discussions as well as the discussions on returning to work
• Support of the local training program and other early career initiatives locally
• Preparation and processing of employment contracts and employment references.
• Ensuring the up-to-dateness of HR systems and their data, as well as the transfer of data to payroll
• Implement and support audit measures

Specific requirements

Education & Experience

• Excellent knowledge of cooperation with German works councils
• Professional experience in HR required
• Comprehensive up-to-date employment law knowledge and HR best practices
• Very good German and English skills in spoken and written
• Enjoy working together in an international team
• Very good knowledge of MS Office
• Strong customer and service orientation in dealing with internal and external stakeholders
• Enjoyment of independent work, both in the operational HR area and in the implementation of company-wide HR strategies
• Reliable, resilient, responsive, diplomatic and confident in dealing with demanding managers or stakeholders
• Fast comprehension skills and excellent attention to detail
• The ability to deal with conflicting priorities with a wide range of stakeholders
• Ability to meet deadlines and deal with pressure
• Ability to show initiative, influence and solve problems
• Friendly and able to converse with people at all levels
• Excellent skills in problem solving, critical thinking, reasoning, inductive thinking, and analytical skills.
• Strong project management skills, especially in terms of organization, prioritization and time management.
• Completion of a relevant Bachelor's or Master's degree (HR, psychology or similar) or relevant vocational training

What is it like to work with us?

In addition to our competitive salaries and incentive plans, we offer many flexible benefits and local rewards packages. We also know that a work-life balance is important, and our employees say that this is one of the great benefits of working at Colt.

Some examples of benefits are:

• Flexible working hours and the ability to work from home
• Extensive induction program with experienced mentors and buddies
• Opportunities for further development and further training opportunities
• Global Family Leave Policy
• Employee Assistance Program
• Internal inclusion and diversity networks