Employee Relations Business Partner

Summary

At Apple, we’re a diverse collection of thinkers and doers, continually reimagining our products, systems, and practices to help people do what they love in new ways. This is a deeply reciprocal place, where everything we build is the result of people in different roles and teams working together to make each other’s ideas stronger. That same real passion for innovation that goes into our products also applies to our practices, strengthening our dedication to leave the world better than we found it. The Employee & Labour Relations team are a globally connected team, focused on caring for our employees and enhancing the experience of our diverse global workforce. Integrity and fairness are at the heart of everything we do. We provide subject matter expertise on issues including workplace investigations, compliance, employee and labour relations. We are solutions-oriented advisors and strategic partners, helping employees, leaders and stakeholders to embody Apple’s values in solving employment and business challenges.

Minimum Qualifications

Proven experience in a Employee and Labour Relations business partnering capacity. Demonstrated experience navigating and applying employment legal frameworks. Proficient in balancing multiple priorities, partners and complex work streams. Knowledge of Irish employment laws and regulations. Demonstrated ability to work independently, including the ability to organise, plan, and prioritise tasks Ability to learn quickly and adapt flexibly to different situations Proven ability to build strong partnerships and work collaboratively. Outstanding communication skills, including effective listening, writing and presentation abilities.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience supporting Employee and Labour Relations priorities within a complex, matrixed global business. Strong leadership presence with a demonstrated ability to confidently guide and influence others. Creative problem-solver dedicated to resolving challenging people issues in partnership with Managers and People Team colleagues. Outstanding communication skills, including effective listening, writing and presentation abilities. Dedicated to building positive, trusting relationships across all levels of the organization. High levels of discretion, integrity and confidentiality.

Description

As an Employee Relations Business Partner, you will play a critical role in supporting our workforce and safeguarding Apple's culture. You will act as a trusted advisor to leadership, employees, and corporate partners, navigating complex workplace issues with empathy, integrity, and a deep understanding of our policies. In this dynamic, fast-paced environment, you will champion a positive and inclusive workplace while mitigating risk and ensuring fair, consistent practices across the organization.

Responsibilities

Identify, analyse and implement resolutions to complex and sensitive employee relations issues. Guide, lead and manage cases regarding critical workplace culture topics. Evaluate and review employee-related decisions in response to employee concerns. Provide support to Leadership, Employees, People and Corporate Partners with understanding Apple Policies and the legal framework. Coach leaders through ER situations, continuously improving their skills, including through the delivery of training programmes. Support labour relations priorities through partnership with key internal and external partners. Use metrics with clients to highlight trends and develop strategies to cultivate positive employee relations in the business and mitigate risk.