Senior Employment Counsel, EMEA — Hybrid/Remote

Proofpoint; Reading; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cybersecurity firm is seeking a Senior Employment Law Counsel for its EMEA operations. The role involves providing legal guidance on compliance, collaborating with HR, and monitoring legislation. Candidates should have 7-10 years of employment law experience and a background in the High-Tech industry is preferred. This position offers a flexible work environment and the opportunity to contribute to a mission-driven organization.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits

Flexible work environment

Learning & Development opportunities

Annual wellness and community outreach days

Qualifications

• 7-10 years of legal experience in employment law.
• In-house experience preferred in the High-Tech industry.
• Experience in dealing with unions and works councils is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Partner with HR in EMEA on employment law compliance.
• Provide legal analyses of applicable laws and assist in policy implementation.
• Support audits, process reviews, and new policy creation.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Fluency in English

Drafting skills

Excellent counseling skills

Client interaction

Ability to prioritize

Education

Qualified lawyer in UK or EU

Job description

A leading cybersecurity firm is seeking a Senior Employment Law Counsel for its EMEA operations. The role involves providing legal guidance on compliance, collaborating with HR, and monitoring legislation. Candidates should have 7-10 years of employment law experience and a background in the High-Tech industry is preferred. This position offers a flexible work environment and the opportunity to contribute to a mission-driven organization.