Senior Employment Counsel

About our client:

Our client is a technology company specializing in innovative mobility solutions. Their focus is on making urban transportation more efficient through a user-friendly platform. They are seeking an experienced European employment lawyer to join their global legal team.

About the role:

• Legal Advisory: Provide strategic guidance on European employment law, covering employee relations, performance issues, terminations, and legal compliance.
• Policy & Compliance: Create, update, and review policies that reflect the company’s values while meeting European legal requirements.
• Works Councils & Unions: Advice on works council and union matters, particularly in France, the Netherlands, and other regions.
• M&A Employment Support: Advice on employment aspects of mergers and acquisitions, focusing on EU labour rights and integration strategies.
• Employment Agreements: Ensure compliance of employment contracts and executive agreements with European laws.
• Dispute Resolution: Manage employment disputes across Europe, including claims related to termination, discrimination, and other legal issues.
• Training Programs: Facilitate training sessions on legal compliance and best practices for managers and staff.
• Managing External Counsel: Oversee external legal counsel and manage legal costs for specialized matters.

About you:

• European-qualified employment lawyer with relevant certifications.
• Extensive experience managing European employment and works council issues, either in-house or at a top law firm.
• Experience in the UK and/or France would be considered an advantage.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to simplify complex legal matters.
• Fluency in English is essential.
• Knowledge of GDPR and its implications for employment law.
• Collaborative mindset, committed to fostering an inclusive and positive workplace culture.

The SR Group (UK) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.