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Labor Relations Director roles qualify for EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship when employers file PERM labor certification with DOL, documenting that no qualified U.S. worker is available. Unions, healthcare systems, and large manufacturers regularly sponsor this role, making it one of the more accessible paths to permanent residency in human resources leadership.
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Get Access To All JobsINTRODUCTION
Join a great team where people are at the heart of everything we do! Sodexo is seeking a Labor Relations Director to manage labor relations activity across an assigned territory including leading labor negotiations, interpreting and administering collective bargaining agreements and grievance procedures, and building constructive union relationships. This position requires significant travel (up to 50%).
Preference for candidates who reside in the Northeast region (preferably Metro NYC, New Jersey, Philadelphia PA).
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The successful candidate will:
- Prepare collective bargaining agreement negotiation strategies, act as Company’s chief spokesperson in negotiations with multiple international unions and perform post-negotiations tasks resulting in a signed labor agreement.
- Assist and support labor contract administration to include grievance resolution and arbitration advocacy, among other related tasks.
- Administer the Company's labor relations policy subject to management guidance and approval.
- Review and evaluate collective bargaining agreements, provide accurate costing analysis, identify risks, and develop solutions to mitigate risk and support operations and sales objectives.
- Develop and maintain constructive union relationships.
- Partner with sales, retention, operations, HR, legal, and others to develop and execute labor relations strategies that promote profitable growth of Sodexo, engagement of employees, and compliance with Sodexo policies and applicable laws.
- Maintain current knowledge of relevant political, economic, legal, and market developments and trends.
WHAT WE OFFER
Compensation is fair and equitable, partially determined by a candidate's education level or years of relevant experience. Salary offers are based on a candidate's specific criteria, like experience, skills, education, and training. Sodexo offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include:
- Medical, Dental, Vision Care and Wellness Programs
- 401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions
- Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
- Career Growth Opportunities and Tuition Reimbursement
More extensive information is provided to new employees upon hire.
WHAT YOU BRING
Is this opportunity right for you? We are looking for candidates who have:
- A Bachelor’s degree is preferred
- A Master’s degree in a related field or J.D. is a plus
- At least 3 - 10 years of labor negotiations experience as the chief spokesperson.
- Strong experience with all aspects of labor relations, including knowledge of the National Labor Relations Act, Taft-Hartley Act, Canadian Labor laws, global labor standards, and other labor regulations, acts, or laws and Sodexo policies; union organizing campaigns and recognition processes; the collective bargaining process, multi-employer bargaining, and contract negotiation; labor contract interpretation and administration, handling of grievances, mediation, and arbitration; business acquisition and divestiture; NLRB proceedings; and constructive engagement with labor organizations
- Demonstrated experience with human resources matters, including EEO, an inclusion culture, employee relations and engagement, safety & health, compensation & benefits, training & talent development, and talent management
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work with all levels of management, front-line employees, and labor unions
- Ability to leverage a collaborative and supportive approach to lead and motivate teams and end-to-end management of negotiations
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) highly desired
QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS
Minimum Education Requirement - Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience
Minimum Management Experience – 7 years
Minimum Functional Experience - 7 years labor relations experience in lead negotiating role.
At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone and build a better life for all. We believe in improving the quality of life for those we serve and contributing to the economic, social, and environmental progress in the communities where we operate. Sodexo partners with clients to provide a truly memorable experience for both customers and employees alike. We do this by providing food service, catering, facilities management, and other integrated solutions worldwide.
Our company values you for you; you will be treated fairly and with respect, and you can be yourself. You will have your ideas count and your opinions heard because we can be a stronger team when you’re happy at work. This is why we embrace diversity and inclusion as core values, fostering an environment where all employees are valued and respected. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to individuals regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, military status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If you need assistance with the application process, please complete this form.
INTRODUCTION
Join a great team where people are at the heart of everything we do! Sodexo is seeking a Labor Relations Director to manage labor relations activity across an assigned territory including leading labor negotiations, interpreting and administering collective bargaining agreements and grievance procedures, and building constructive union relationships. This position requires significant travel (up to 50%).
Preference for candidates who reside in the Northeast region (preferably Metro NYC, New Jersey, Philadelphia PA).
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The successful candidate will:
- Prepare collective bargaining agreement negotiation strategies, act as Company’s chief spokesperson in negotiations with multiple international unions and perform post-negotiations tasks resulting in a signed labor agreement.
- Assist and support labor contract administration to include grievance resolution and arbitration advocacy, among other related tasks.
- Administer the Company's labor relations policy subject to management guidance and approval.
- Review and evaluate collective bargaining agreements, provide accurate costing analysis, identify risks, and develop solutions to mitigate risk and support operations and sales objectives.
- Develop and maintain constructive union relationships.
- Partner with sales, retention, operations, HR, legal, and others to develop and execute labor relations strategies that promote profitable growth of Sodexo, engagement of employees, and compliance with Sodexo policies and applicable laws.
- Maintain current knowledge of relevant political, economic, legal, and market developments and trends.
WHAT WE OFFER
Compensation is fair and equitable, partially determined by a candidate's education level or years of relevant experience. Salary offers are based on a candidate's specific criteria, like experience, skills, education, and training. Sodexo offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include:
- Medical, Dental, Vision Care and Wellness Programs
- 401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions
- Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
- Career Growth Opportunities and Tuition Reimbursement
More extensive information is provided to new employees upon hire.
WHAT YOU BRING
Is this opportunity right for you? We are looking for candidates who have:
- A Bachelor’s degree is preferred
- A Master’s degree in a related field or J.D. is a plus
- At least 3 - 10 years of labor negotiations experience as the chief spokesperson.
- Strong experience with all aspects of labor relations, including knowledge of the National Labor Relations Act, Taft-Hartley Act, Canadian Labor laws, global labor standards, and other labor regulations, acts, or laws and Sodexo policies; union organizing campaigns and recognition processes; the collective bargaining process, multi-employer bargaining, and contract negotiation; labor contract interpretation and administration, handling of grievances, mediation, and arbitration; business acquisition and divestiture; NLRB proceedings; and constructive engagement with labor organizations
- Demonstrated experience with human resources matters, including EEO, an inclusion culture, employee relations and engagement, safety & health, compensation & benefits, training & talent development, and talent management
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work with all levels of management, front-line employees, and labor unions
- Ability to leverage a collaborative and supportive approach to lead and motivate teams and end-to-end management of negotiations
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) highly desired
QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS
Minimum Education Requirement - Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience
Minimum Management Experience – 7 years
Minimum Functional Experience - 7 years labor relations experience in lead negotiating role.
At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone and build a better life for all. We believe in improving the quality of life for those we serve and contributing to the economic, social, and environmental progress in the communities where we operate. Sodexo partners with clients to provide a truly memorable experience for both customers and employees alike. We do this by providing food service, catering, facilities management, and other integrated solutions worldwide.
Our company values you for you; you will be treated fairly and with respect, and you can be yourself. You will have your ideas count and your opinions heard because we can be a stronger team when you’re happy at work. This is why we embrace diversity and inclusion as core values, fostering an environment where all employees are valued and respected. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to individuals regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, military status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If you need assistance with the application process, please complete this form.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in Labor Relations Director
Document your collective bargaining credentials precisely
PERM requires your employer to define the job's minimum requirements exactly. Gather documentation of any CBA negotiations you led, arbitration outcomes, and union contracts you executed, these establish the specialized nature of the role and support EB-2 positioning.
Target industries with chronic labor relations complexity
Healthcare networks, transportation companies, and public utilities face ongoing union activity and NLRB compliance demands. Employers in these sectors routinely sponsor Labor Relations Directors because the role is difficult to fill domestically and critical to operations.
Verify employer PERM filing history before applying
Search OFLC disclosure data to confirm a prospective employer has filed PERM applications previously. An employer with no PERM history may lack the HR infrastructure to manage the process, which adds months to your green card timeline.
Use Migrate Mate to find verified sponsoring employers
Filter for Labor Relations Director roles where employers have active green card sponsorship history. Migrate Mate surfaces PERM and I-140 filing data so you apply only to employers who have already demonstrated willingness and ability to sponsor.
Align your offer letter language with PERM job requirements
DOL scrutinizes whether the PERM job description matches your actual duties. Before signing, confirm your offer letter and internal job posting use consistent language around labor law, contract administration, and dispute resolution responsibilities.
Understand the EB-2 advanced degree requirement for this role
A master's in labor relations, HR, law, or a related field typically supports EB-2 filing. If your degree is a bachelor's, five years of progressive experience in labor relations documented with employer letters can satisfy the EB-2 equivalent standard under USCIS guidelines.
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Find Labor Relations Director JobsLabor Relations Director Green Card Sponsorship: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Labor Relations Director role typically qualify for EB-2 or EB-3?
Both categories apply depending on your credentials. EB-2 fits candidates with a master's degree or a bachelor's plus five years of specialized labor relations experience, which USCIS recognizes as equivalent. EB-3 covers professionals with a bachelor's degree in a relevant field. Employers often file under EB-2 for senior-level Labor Relations Directors because the role's complexity and regulatory responsibility support the advanced-degree or equivalent standard.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B for this role?
H-1B sponsorship is temporary, capped at 85,000 annually, and subject to a lottery. PERM-based green card sponsorship is permanent, has no annual cap at the EB-3 level for most countries outside India and China, and results in lawful permanent residency rather than a renewable work visa. The PERM process takes longer upfront, typically 12 to 18 months from labor certification to I-140 approval, but the outcome is a green card rather than a visa renewal cycle.
What does the PERM labor certification process require for this role?
Your employer must conduct a supervised recruitment process, advertise the position, document that no qualified U.S. worker applied, and certify that hiring you won't adversely affect U.S. workers' wages or conditions. DOL reviews the application and either certifies or audits it. Labor Relations Director roles with narrow specialty requirements, such as experience in a specific industry's union environment, tend to pass PERM with fewer complications.
How can I find employers who will sponsor a green card for this role?
Search for employers with a documented history of PERM filings for labor relations or HR leadership roles. Migrate Mate aggregates PERM and I-140 filing data so you can identify companies that have sponsored similar positions before, which is a stronger indicator of willingness to sponsor than a job posting that mentions green card eligibility.
Can my employer use the O*NET occupation profile to support the PERM filing?
Yes. The O*NET profile for Labor Relations Managers documents the occupation's specialized knowledge requirements, including employment law, collective bargaining, and arbitration. Employers and immigration attorneys use the O*NET classification to build the PERM job description and to support the argument that the role meets specialty occupation standards. You should review the O*NET entry yourself to ensure your experience maps cleanly to the listed tasks and competencies.
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