Global Employment Counsel, EMEA & APAC

NetApp; Cork; Hybrid; EUR 120,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

NetApp in Ireland is seeking an accomplished global employment law attorney with at least 12 years of experience in employment law, including substantial in-house exposure within the technology sector. The role advises multinational organisations across Europe and Asia, supports M&A, and guides cross-border compliance.

You will collaborate with HR and business leaders, draft employment agreements, and monitor regulatory changes affecting the global workforce in a hybrid work environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 12 years of professional legal experience focused on employment law, with demonstrable in-house counsel experience in the technology industry.
• Deep understanding of global employment law frameworks and cross-border compliance issues.
• Authorized to practice law in Ireland.

Responsibilities

• Provide practical legal counseling on global employment law matters, including hiring, termination, workplace policies, investigations, leaves of absence, contingent labor, and commissions.
• Manage and resolve complex employment disputes, including litigation, arbitration, and government agency investigations.
• Draft/review employment contracts, separation agreements, confidentiality agreements, and other employment-related documents.
• Partner with HR, business leaders, and other stakeholders to develop and implement employment-related strategies, policies, and programs at the regional and global level.
• Monitor and interpret emerging legal trends and regulatory changes affecting the technology industry and global workforce.
• Support mergers, acquisitions, and other corporate transactions by assessing employment law risks and conducting due diligence.
• Collaborate with external counsel and oversee legal budgets and resources as necessary.

Skills

Employment law

In-house counsel

Cross-border compliance

Ireland licensure

Education

Licensed to practice law in Ireland

Job description

NetApp in Ireland is seeking an accomplished global employment law attorney with at least 12 years of experience in employment law, including substantial in-house exposure within the technology sector. The role advises multinational organisations across Europe and Asia, supports M&A, and guides cross-border compliance.

You will collaborate with HR and business leaders, draft employment agreements, and monitor regulatory changes affecting the global workforce in a hybrid work environment.