Senior Vice President, Industrial Relations

This is a Full Time Job

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Overview and Responsibilities:

This position is responsible for developing, executing and implementing key strategies in accordance with the goals of Industrial Relations. The SVP will function as the primary senior level contact for various business functions by providing effective guidance in all industrial relations matters and maintaining well-developed and positive internal and external relationships. Responsibilities include oversight of the industrial relations team in developing and providing effective day-to-day administration and interpretation of Paramount’s collective bargaining agreements and industrial relations goals.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
• Provides for the cost effective production of all Paramount physical production and Studio back-lot operations through the accurate administration and interpretation of all collective bargaining agreements
• Manages the labor grievance process by overseeing the investigating of all circumstances surrounding a grievance, evaluating the contractual positions, determining the validity and monetary impact on Paramount and negotiating the liability and/or financial settlement with the union representative
• Handles or oversees arbitrations that are not resolved in the grievance process
• Represents Paramount’s interests as chief negotiator or supports the EVP in the negotiation of various collective bargaining agreements
• Identifies both short and long term issues in existing contracts and provides strategic solutions
• Negotiates with unions and outside agencies in securing interpretations, waivers or agreements that are favorable to Paramount
• Oversees investigations and advises Paramount management on disciplinary and personnel matters involving union employees
• Assists in developing and implementing a performance improvement plan, as requested
• Develops training for union personnel including supervisory personnel to ensure compliance with contractual obligations as well as any state or federal training requirements
• Represents Paramount’s interests on various industry committees and/or as a Trustee on Pension & Health Funds
• Provides oversight of outside counsel relating to civil litigation
• Handles or oversees administrative charges from the EEOC, DFEH, Labor Commissioner and NLRB
• Oversees a team of industrial relations executives

Basic Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Relations, Business Management or a related degree is required
• 15 years’ entertainment experience preferably in motion picture production and studio operations

Additional Qualifications
• Extensive knowledge of labor law and entertainment union contracts
• Proven experience in managing all types of investigations and their resolutions
• Good oral/written communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interface with senior management and union representatives
• Supervisory experience and a demonstrated ability to successfully lead a team

What We Offer:
• Attractive compensation and comprehensive benefits packages.
• Generous paid time off.
• An exciting and fulfilling opportunity to be part of one of Paramount’s most dynamic teams.
• Opportunities for both on-site and virtual engagement events.
• Unique opportunities to make meaningful connections and build a vibrant community, both inside and outside the workplace.
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