Senior Labor Legal Counsel

FedEx; Canzo; On-site; EUR 59,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

International environment

Strategic exposure to senior mgmt

Tuition assistance

Employee assistance program

Training and development resources

Career development opportunities

Job summary

FedEx Logistics seeks a Senior Labor Legal Counsel to lead employment law matters. The role reports to the General Counsel Italy and oversees strategic and operational labor law decisions across a multinational setting.

You will advise HR and management, coordinate external counsel for litigation, and support restructurings from a labor-law perspective, drafting contracts and policies while ensuring regulatory compliance. Fluency in English is required, with 5–7 PQE in the field.

Qualifications

• Law degree and admission to the Bar in Italy.
• 5–7 years PQE in employment law in reputable firms or corporate environments.
• In-depth knowledge of Italian employment law.
• Fluency in English (written and spoken).
• Strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work independently and handle labor relations and restructurings.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice on employment law matters to HR and management.
• Manage employment litigation and coordinate external law firms.
• Support restructurings and labor law aspects of extraordinary transactions.
• Draft, review, and negotiate employment contracts, collective agreements, and policies.
• Monitor and ensure compliance with labor laws and industrial relations regulations.
• Handle disciplinary procedures, dismissals, and workforce reduction processes.

Skills

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Employment law knowledge

English fluency

Education

Law degree

Bar admission

Job description

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We have an exciting opportunity for you to join our team as a Senior Labor Legal Counsel

Who we are:
FedEx is the largest express transportation company in the world, connecting more than 220 countries and territories. We work every moment to deliver the most important package of someone’s day. Our team of passionate people know their day-to-day work is invaluable in delivering outstanding experience to our customers. 530,000 team members strong, we are as diverse as the world we serve. We love what we do, and we do it well. Our reach is big, and so are our dreams. Join us and let's write our next chapter together.

What you will be doing:
For a multinational company operating in the transportation sector, we are looking for a Legal Counsel with proven experience in Labor Relations.
The successful candidate will report directly to the General Counsel Italy and will be responsible for managing legal matters in the employment law area, supporting the business in both strategic and operational decisions

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide legal advice on employment law matters (both individual and collective) to support HR and management
• Manage employment litigation and coordinate external law firms where necessary
• Support extraordinary transactions (reorganizations, restructurings, transformations) from a labor law perspective
• Draft, review, and negotiate employment contracts, collective agreements, and company policies
• Monitor and ensure compliance with labor laws and industrial relations regulations
• Handle disciplinary procedures, dismissals, and workforce reduction processes

What do you bring with you:

• Law degree and admission to the Bar
• 5-7 years of post-qualification experience (PQE) in employment law gained in reputable law firms or corporate environments
• In-depth knowledge of Italian employment law
• Strong negotiation, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills
• Fluency in English (both written and spoken)
• Strong business orientation and ability to work independently
• Experience in handling/supporting management of labor relations and companies’ reorganization

Nice to have:

• Experience in multinational environments
• Knowledge of additional European jurisdictions
• Knowledge of other languages

What do we offer:

• Opportunity to join an international environment with interesting prospects of career movements
• Strategic role with high exposure to senior management
• Competitive compensation package commensurate with experience
• Training to get you started and on-the-job learning opportunities
• Extensive learning resources to further develop your skills and knowledge
• Tuition Assistance Program to support career development through external training opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program for you and your family to support a variety of life situations

FedEx is one of the worlds most admired companies and trusted brands year after year, with more that 600 thousands collaborators worldwide and offices all over the World.

FedEx is committed to equal employment opportunities and fostering an inclusive workplace that supports diversity and professional growth. We also pay great attention to work-life balance, adopting hybrid working solutions.

Bring your ideas, individuality, and dreams to our global community. Feel good about where you work. Choose your career path - we’re ready to invest in your development. Join FedEx.

The Gross Annual Salary (RAL) for this role starts at65K euros gross per year, plus bonus and an interesting benefits package. This figure represents the minimum of the salary range established for the position. The financial offer may therefore increase based on several factors, including professional experience, technical skills, educational background, soft skills, attitude, and how well the profile aligns with the responsibilities and objectives of the role.

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FedEx was built on a philosophy that puts people first, one we take seriously. We are an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce in which we provide growth opportunities for all

Our Company

FedEx is one of the world's largest express transportation companies and has consistently been selected as one of the top 10 World’s Most Admired Companies by "Fortune" magazine. Every day FedEx delivers for its customers with transportation and business solutions, serving more than 220 countries and territories around the globe. We can serve this global network due to our outstanding team of FedEx team members, who are tasked with making every FedEx experience outstanding.

Our Philosophy

The People-Service-Profit philosophy (P-S-P) describes the principles that govern every FedEx decision, policy or activity. FedEx takes care of our people; they, in turn, deliver the impeccable service demanded by our customers, who reward us with the profitability necessary to secure our future. The essential element in making the People-Service-Profit philosophy such a positive force for the company is where we close the circle, and return these profits back into the business, and invest back in our people. Our success in the industry is attributed to our people. Through our P-S-P philosophy, we have a work environment that encourages team members to be innovative in delivering the highest possible quality of service to our customers. We care for their well-being, and value their contributions to the company.

Our Culture

Our culture is important for many reasons, and we intentionally bring it to life through our behaviors, actions and activities in every part of the world. The FedEx culture and values have been a cornerstone of our success and growth since we began in the early 1970’s. While other companies can copy our systems, infrastructure and processes, our culture makes us unique and is often a differentiating factor as we compete and grow in today’s global marketplace.

Equity, Opportunity & Diversity (EO&D)

Our greatest asset at FedEx is our people. We are committed to building a diverse, equitable and inclusive workforce, and offer equal opportunities, fairness, and respect to all regardless of who you are. We encourage you to apply even if you feel your experience does not align with all aspects in the job description as you could be exactly who we need for this or another opportunity.

We do not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, sex, age, genetic information, citizenship, disability, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other characteristic protected under international and national laws and regulations. We reasonably accommodate team members and third parties to ensure equal access, inclusion, and fairness across all protected characteristics.