EMEA Employment Counsel: HR Compliance & Privacy

Proofpoint; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cybersecurity firm in the UK is seeking an Employment Law Counsel/EMEA. In this role, you will guide HR on compliance queries, conduct legal analyses of employment laws, and collaborate with a global legal team. The ideal candidate is a fully qualified lawyer with experience in-house and in employment law, possessing strong communication and negotiation skills. The company offers competitive compensation, a flexible work environment, and opportunities for personal development.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits

Flexible work environment

Learning & Development programs

Annual wellness and community outreach days

Global collaboration opportunities

Qualifications

• Comfortable making agile decisions that comply with company standards.
• Solid understanding of employment law, HR compliance, and corporate compliance.
• Experience handling both employment counselling and litigation.

Responsibilities

• Guide and counsel on employment law and compliance queries.
• Legal analyses of laws affecting employees and HR compliance.
• Collaborate with the legal team to enhance service efficacy.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Client interaction

Adaptability

Problem-solving skills

Education

Fully Qualified lawyer in UK or Ireland

Job description

A leading cybersecurity firm in the UK is seeking an Employment Law Counsel/EMEA. In this role, you will guide HR on compliance queries, conduct legal analyses of employment laws, and collaborate with a global legal team. The ideal candidate is a fully qualified lawyer with experience in-house and in employment law, possessing strong communication and negotiation skills. The company offers competitive compensation, a flexible work environment, and opportunities for personal development.