We are seeking a highly skilled Employment Law Specialist to join our team.
Job Summary
This is an exciting opportunity for a subject matter expert in employment law to serve as a key advisor to HR and business stakeholders across EMEA, with a focus on German and Swiss employment law.
* Manage the review and triage of employment law guidance requests to external counsel across EMEA, serving as the primary point of contact for the Global Head of Labor & Employment Law.
* Provide strategic legal advice on organizational change initiatives, including restructurings, transitions of external service providers, workforce planning, and digital transformation projects.
* Oversee employee terminations, organizational reorganizations, and other workforce-related measures, including the social selection process, while supporting the company's response to crisis situations such as strikes, workplace conflicts, or regulatory audits.
* Lead ongoing negotiations and engagement with works councils in close collaboration with Employee Relations and Industrial Relations professionals.
* Advise the HR team on the development, review, and regular updates of HR policies, work instructions, and standard operating procedures.
* In litigation matters, manage external counsel and, where appropriate, represent the company directly.
* Additional responsibilities include advising on internal investigations (e.g., in response to SpeakUp hotline cases), reviewing and approving contingent worker engagements and extensions in line with company policy, and responding to legal correspondence from current or former employees.
* Design and deliver training sessions for HR, managers, and employees on key employment law topics, and collaborate with Legal Operations to enhance and innovate ways of working within the Legal and HR functions.
Key Skills and Qualifications
* Bachelor's degree in law, or equivalent experience.
* Advanced knowledge of employment law, with a particular focus on German and Swiss employment law.
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to provide clear and concise advice.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with HR and business stakeholders.
* Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines, with a high level of organization and attention to detail.
Benefits
This role offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including opportunities for professional development and growth.
Others
We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace culture, and we welcome applications from candidates with a range of backgrounds and experiences.