New York University
Director, Labor Relations & Lead Negotiator
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Hybrid - New York, NY
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Full-Time
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$200K - $240K
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Other
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February 3rd, 2026
Edtech.com's Summary
New York University is hiring a Director, Labor Relations & Lead Negotiator. This role leads collective bargaining negotiations, develops bargaining strategies, and represents NYU's interests at the bargaining table while collaborating closely with university leaders and internal stakeholders. The position also advises on the interpretation and compliance of collective bargaining agreements and manages complex labor relations to maintain constructive relationships.
Highlights
- Lead negotiations of collective bargaining agreements and develop bargaining strategies.
- Convene and lead university bargaining teams ensuring representation from key constituencies.
- Advise on interpretation, administration, and compliance with collective bargaining agreements.
- Requires strong negotiation, relationship management, and leadership skills.
- Deep knowledge of labor relations, labor law, and regulatory frameworks at federal, state, and local levels.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree in labor relations or J.D. preferred.
- Minimum 10 years of labor relations experience with direct participation in collective bargaining negotiations.
- Experience with university or similarly complex, unionized environments preferred.
- Annual base salary range: $200,000 to $240,000.
Director, Labor Relations & Lead Negotiator Full Description
Position Summary:
Reporting to the Associate Vice President for Employee and Labor Relations and working closely with the Chief Labor Counsel and senior University leaders, this inaugural role will serve New York University’s authorized representative in collective bargaining negotiations.
The Director, Labor Relations and Lead Negotiator is responsible for leading negotiations of collective bargaining agreements, developing bargaining strategy, and representing the University’s interests at the table. This role convenes and leads University bargaining teams, ensures appropriate representation from key constituencies, and works closely with internal stakeholders to align bargaining positions with institutional priorities.
In addition to negotiations, the role serves as a key resource to the University on the interpretation, administration, and compliance with collective bargaining agreements between the University and its represented employee populations.
This is a highly visible role that requires sound judgment, credibility, and the ability to manage complex negotiations while maintaining constructive labor relationships.
Qualifications:
Qualifications:
Required Education:
Bachelor's Degree
Preferred Education:
Master's Degree in labor relations or equivalent field or Juris Doctorate (J.D.)
Required Experience:
Bachelor's Degree
Preferred Education:
Master's Degree in labor relations or equivalent field or Juris Doctorate (J.D.)
Required Experience:
- 10 or more years of labor relations experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
- Demonstrated experience leading collective bargaining negotiations, including direct participation at the bargaining table
Preferred Experience:
- 10 or more years of relevant labor relations experience
- Experience negotiating collective bargaining agreements in a university or similarly complex, unionized environment
Required Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:
- Demonstrated ability to lead and conclude collective bargaining negotiations effectively
- Strong negotiation and relationship management skills, with the ability to reach durable, mutually acceptable agreements
- Deep knowledge of labor relations, labor law, and regulatory frameworks at the federal, state, and local levels
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, including the ability to bring together stakeholders with differing perspectives and interests
- Sound judgment and discretion, with the ability to handle sensitive and confidential matters appropriately
Additional Information:
In compliance with NYC's Pay Transparency Act, the annual base salary range for this position is USD $200,000.00 to USD $240,000.00. New York University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and organizational considerations when extending an offer. This pay range represents base pay only and excludes any additional items such as incentives, bonuses, clinical compensation, or other items.
NYU aims to be among the greenest urban campuses in the country and carbon neutral by 2040. Learn more at nyu.edu/nyugreen.
NYU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to a policy of equal treatment and opportunity in every aspect of its recruitment and hiring process without regard to age, alienage, caregiver status, childbirth, citizenship status, color, creed, disability, domestic violence victim status, ethnicity, familial status, gender and/or gender identity or expression, marital status, military status, national origin, parental status, partnership status, predisposing genetic characteristics, pregnancy, race, religion, reproductive health decision making, sex, sexual orientation, unemployment status, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis. All interested persons are encouraged to apply at all levels.
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