Executive Vice President, Global Employment Counsel

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Join Edelman as Our Executive Vice President, Global Employment Counsel

Are you a legal trailblazer with a passion for solving complex challenges in a dynamic, global environment? At Edelman, we’re looking for an Executive Vice President, Global Employment Counsel to lead and shape the future of employment law for our global teams.

Edelman is a powerhouse in the communications marketing world, collaborating with a diverse mix of clients—from the biggest brands to innovative start-ups, nonprofits, and foundations. Our Legal team is at the heart of it all, providing strategic, creative, and pragmatic counsel to drive success. If you're ready to thrive in a fast-paced, team-first environment, let’s talk.

What You’ll Do:

• Partner with HR, the C-suite, and business leaders to advise on global employment matters, including offers, terminations, performance management, and workplace policies.
• Lead employment-related projects such as policy rollouts, training programs, and mobility initiatives.
• Draft and refine employment documents, agreements, and processes to align with global best practices.
• Develop strategies for resolving employment disputes, including pre-litigation and litigation management.
• Create and deliver impactful training on topics like harassment prevention and effective management.
• Collaborate with legal and cross-functional teams to shape policies and provide pragmatic, business-oriented solutions.
• Dive into special projects that keep Edelman at the forefront of global employment innovation.

Who You Are:

• You’re more than just a legal expert—you’re a trusted advisor and a collaborative partner. You have:
• Experience: A law degree and plus 10+ years specializing in global labor and employment matters.
• Knowledge: Expertise in UK, EMEA law. Middle East experience will be a bonus. This is a global role so a strong grasp of international regulations, including union and works council experience is a must. Please note: You are not expected to be an expert in all geographies as there will be opportunities to work with local outside counsel when required.
• Future-Facing Trends: Ability to keep pace with the latest key trends in employment law eg. Remote working, use of AI and technology etc.
• Leadership: A knack for managing complex projects, making sound decisions, and mentoring others.
• Pragmatism: A problem solver who brings practical solutions to the table with a high attention to detail.
• Communication: Stellar written and verbal skills, with the ability to simplify legal concepts for non-legal audiences.
• Resilience: Calm under pressure, adaptable to change, and equipped with a sense of humor.
• Tech-Savvy: Proficiency in Microsoft Office and an ability to work with diverse teams across the globe.

Why Edelman?

As an independent, family-owned firm, we pride ourselves on our innovative approach and deep client relationships. With over 600 talented professionals in our London office, we deliver award-winning campaigns for top-tier clients like Meta, Nissan, PwC, and more.

In 2024 alone, we were awarded the EMEA SABRE Award for Large Regional Consultancy of the Year, ranked 2nd across the board at Cannes Lions for Independent Network of the Year, were the first legacy PR agency to win a Titanium Lion, recognised as PRWeek's Dynasty Agency for the Past 25 Years and named an Agency Stand Out by AdAge.

If this sounds like you, let’s redefine the future of work together. Apply now and take your career to the next level with Edelman.

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We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t perfectly align with every qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

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