Employment, Litigation and GRC Regional Counsel - EMEA

Aptiv; Kraków; On-site; PLN 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Social Fund

Pension plan

Health care & life insurance

Job summary

Versigent in Kraków seeks a senior employment lawyer to provide cross-border labor and employment guidance across EMEA, partnering with HR and business leaders to ensure regulatory compliance and practical decision-making.

You will draft and review employment agreements, lead investigations, support organizational changes and M&A-related employment matters, and help manage disputes with external counsel. 10+ years of experience and EU/EEA qualification required.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience advising on labor and employment matters, preferably with law firm and in-house exposure.
• Experience providing practical legal guidance on employment-related matters including employee relations and investigations.
• Experience drafting, reviewing, and negotiating employment-related agreements and policies.
• Experience supporting litigation, investigations, and coordination with outside counsel.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal support on labor and employment matters across the EMEA region.
• Partner with HR and business leaders on employee relations, hiring, disciplinary actions, terminations, and policy interpretation.
• Monitor labor law developments and support compliance with employment regulations and company policies.
• Draft, review, and maintain employment-related agreements, policies, procedures, and training materials.
• Support organizational changes, restructurings, business integrations, and M&A employment-related activities.
• Assist with employment disputes, litigation, investigations, and coordination with external counsel.
• Support ethics and compliance programs, including Code of Conduct and ethics hotline case management.
• Conduct legal research, risk assessments, and compliance-related projects.
• Maintain legal records, reporting, and departmental metrics.

Skills

Labor law

Employment law

Stakeholder management

Legal research

Education

Qualified to practice law in EU/EEA

Tools

Microsoft Office

Legal matter management tools

Job description

Versigent designs and delivers the systems that move power through modern technology. From vehicles to robotics to energy platforms, our electrical distribution systems enable the next generation of electrified, automated and connected products. As a standalone company, we combine deep engineering expertise with the speed and focus needed to solve increasingly complex challenges. Our teams move quickly, think with precision and deliver at scale — helping customers do more without adding cost, weight or complexity. What defines us is how we work: with the agility and momentum of a startup, backed by the experience and discipline of a proven global leader. That combination creates an environment where ideas move faster, ownership is real and impact is visible.

YOUR ROLE

This role provides legal support on employment and labor law matters across the EMEA region, partnering closely with HR and business leaders to ensure compliance and effective people-related decision-making. The position also supports employment litigation, investigations, compliance programs, organizational changes, and cross‑functional legal initiatives.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide legal support on labor and employment matters across the EMEA region.
• Partner with HR and business leaders on employee relations, hiring, disciplinary actions, terminations, and policy interpretation.
• Monitor labor law developments and support compliance with employment regulations and company policies.
• Draft, review, and maintain employment-related agreements, policies, procedures, and training materials.
• Support organizational changes, restructurings, business integrations, and M&A employment-related activities.
• Assist with employment disputes, litigation, investigations, and coordination with external counsel.
• Support ethics and compliance programs, including Code of Conduct and ethics hotline case management.
• Conduct legal research, risk assessments, and compliance-related projects.
• Maintain legal records, reporting, and departmental metrics.
• Participate in cross-functional projects and provide support across Employment, Litigation, and GRC activities.

YOUR BACKGROUND

• 10+ years of experience as an attorney advising organizations on labor and employment matters, preferably with a combination of law firm and in‑house experience.
• Experience providing practical legal advice on employment-related matters, including employee relations, workplace investigations, policy interpretation, compliance, and employment litigation.
• Experience supporting Human Resources and business stakeholders on employment law issues.
• Experience drafting, reviewing, and negotiating employment-related agreements, policies, and related documentation.
• Experience supporting litigation matters, administrative agency charges, internal investigations, and outside counsel management.
• Experience with employment law considerations in organizational changes, workforce restructurings, or business transactions.
• Experience working with cross‑functional teams and collaborating with stakeholders across multiple functions and geographic regions preferred.
• Knowledge of global employment law concepts and multinational work environments is a plus.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Strong collaboration, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to provide practical legal guidance and solve complex problems in a business environment.
• Well‑organized, detail‑oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Comfortable working independently and as part of a global team in a fast‑paced environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and legal matter management tools.
• Fluent English and qualification to practice law in at least one EU/EEA country.
• Willingness to work on‑site in Kraków and collaborate across different time zones.

WHY JOIN US?

Grow with purpose. We invest in our people by creating opportunities to build skills, take on new challenges, and develop over time. Do work that shows up in the real world. What you contribute here powers systems that are critical to how industries operate and evolve. The impact is visible and lasting. Succeed with the right support. We provide the tools, resources, and environment needed to perform at a high level and sustain that success.

YOUR BENEFITS AT VERSIGENT

• Social Fund (vacation allowance, holiday allowance, MyBenefit, Multisport card)
• Hybrid work (47 days/yr of remote work, flexible working hours)
• Employee Pension Plan paid by the employer and Employee Capital Plan
• Private health care (Signal Iduna) and Life insurance for you and your beloved ones

Privacy Notice - Active Candidates: https://www.aptiv.com/privacy-notice-active-candidates Versigent is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

#LI-MK1 Privacy Notice - Active Candidates: https://www.versigent.com/privacy-statement Versigent is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Transform your career with Versigent. Here at Versigent , you'll find engineering, finance and accounting, IT, supply chain, and many other types of professionals who are making the future of mobility real. Whether you're an intern, a recent graduate, or an experienced professional, we have opportunities in business and technical disciplines around the world.