Head of Employee Relations
Pubblicato il 02-09-2026 - Arup in Roma
Arup’s purpose, shared values and collaborative approach have set us apart for 80 years, guiding how we shape a better world.Arup is a unique organization that is trust-owned for our members, which means that our people are at the heart of everything we do. As a people-centric organization, we are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive work environment where everyone can thrive and achieve their full potential. Our members are empowered to make decisions and take ownership of their work, which fosters a culture of innovation and collaboration. At Arup, we value diversity and strive to create a workplace that reflects the communities we serve. As a result, we attract and retain some of the brightest and most talented professionals in the industry.The OpportunityResponsible for designing, implementing, and leading a globally aligned Employee Relations capability. Establish and maintain global ER and employment policies, standards, contracts and practices that promote a fair, consistent, and legally compliant member experience, working across all regions.
Create and maintain the global approach to Employee Relations strategy, including the firm’s relationships with any representative groups, such as works councils and trade union partners Oversee performance improvement processes and serve as a specialist consulting partner to region and global People and business leaders. Act as the escalation point for complex or high-risk employee relations matters, ensuring Arup maintains a culture of integrity, accountability, and respectful workplace practices.Strategic Leadership & GovernanceDesign and implement a consistent, “virtual” global ER operating model able to support across multiple regions (EIMEA, Americas, APAC), timezones and jurisdictional environments.Define and articulate the ER function’s value proposition, scope, and operating principles (scope including policy development, employment contracts, investigations, disciplinary, managing performance, lab