Employment Legal Counsel

Susquehanna International Group (SIG); Dublin; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Susquehanna International Group (SIG) in Dublin seeks an experienced Employment Legal Counsel to join its in-house legal team at the European headquarters. You will provide comprehensive advice on employment law matters impacting SIG's operations across Ireland and Europe.

The role requires a current practicing certificate in Ireland or the UK and at least five years of post-admission experience, preferably from a top-tier firm. Strong analytical and stakeholder-management skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Must hold a current practicing certificate in Ireland or the UK.
• Minimum of 5 years of post-admission experience, ideally at a top-tier law firm.
• Ability to work across multiple legal jurisdictions and manage stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Advise on employment topics including recruitment, hiring, covenants, performance management, and separations.
• Ensure compliance with Irish and European employment laws and developments.
• Draft and negotiate employment contracts, workplace policies, and handbooks.
• Lead internal process reviews and participate in investigations.
• Develop and deliver training on employment law and manage external counsel relationships.

Skills

Legal analysis

Stakeholder management

Cross-jurisdictional experience

Effective communication

Job description

Employment Legal Counsel

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Organising Institution / Firm

Susquehanna International Group (SIG)

Rolling Basis (Official)

Dublin, County Dublin, Ireland

Not Specified

Holder of a current practicing certificate in Ireland or the UK; 5 years’ + post-admission experience (ideally in a top-tier law firm); ability to work across different legal jurisdictions.

Law Firm Job

Full Opportunity Brief

Contextual Overview

Susquehanna International Group (SIG) is seeking an experienced Employment Legal Counsel to join their in-house legal team at their European headquarters in Dublin. The role involves providing comprehensive legal advice on employment law matters affecting the firm's operations across Ireland and Europe.

Key Eligibility Criteria

• Must hold a current practicing certificate in Ireland or the UK.
• Minimum of 5 years of post-admission experience, preferably gained at a top-tier law firm.
• Proven ability to manage stakeholders and work across multiple legal jurisdictions.
• Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities & Scope of Work

• Advise on full-cycle employment topics: recruiting, hiring, restrictive covenants, performance management, and separations.
• Ensure compliance with Irish and European employment laws and regulatory developments.
• Draft and negotiate employment contracts, workplace policies, and handbooks.
• Lead internal process reviews and participate in internal investigations.
• Develop and deliver training on employment law topics and manage external counsel relationships.

Stipend, Compensation & Mode

Compensation: Not specified.
Mode: Full-time, In-house.