Principal Employment Counsel, EMEA (Hybrid)

Cisco Systems; Greater London; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in London seeks a Principal Corporate Counsel to provide legal counsel on employment law across EMEA. This role involves advising HR on various employment practices and handling disputes. The ideal candidate will be a qualified lawyer with substantial experience in employment law, strong interpersonal and communication skills in English, and the ability to think strategically. Join a diverse and innovative team committed to enhancing employee experiences and solving complex legal challenges.

Qualifications

• 7+ years post-qualification experience in employment law.
• In-house legal experience preferred in multinational companies.
• Strong background advising on employment matters across EMEA.

Responsibilities

• Provide counsel on employment law to HR leaders.
• Shape Cisco’s people practices and develop legal environment.
• Manage employment disputes and advise on investigations.

Skills

Employment law expertise

Strong interpersonal skills

Communication skills in English

Strategic thinking

Education

Qualified lawyer (LLB, JD, or equivalent)

Job description

A leading technology company in London seeks a Principal Corporate Counsel to provide legal counsel on employment law across EMEA. This role involves advising HR on various employment practices and handling disputes. The ideal candidate will be a qualified lawyer with substantial experience in employment law, strong interpersonal and communication skills in English, and the ability to think strategically. Join a diverse and innovative team committed to enhancing employee experiences and solving complex legal challenges.