Employment Counsel (EMEA)
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Organising Institution / Firm
Figma
Rolling Basis (Official)
London, England, United Kingdom (or Remote in UK)
Not Specified
UK-qualified with 8+ years PQE; experience at a top-tier law firm and in-house legal department; significant experience in EMEA employment law.
Law Firm Job
Contextual Overview
Figma is seeking an experienced Employment Counsel (EMEA) to serve as the primary legal advisor for its international workforce. This role involves partnering with People and business leaders to manage strategic employment matters, compliance, and international scaling initiatives across the EMEA region.
Key Eligibility Criteria
- Experience: 8+ years PQE, with a background in both top-tier law firms and in-house legal departments.
- Expertise: Significant experience in EMEA employment law, including employee relations, investigations, works councils, restructurings, and redundancies.
- Skills: Proven ability to build scalable policies and influence senior stakeholders.
Responsibilities & Scope of Work
- Act as the primary employment legal advisor for EMEA.
- Draft and manage employment and benefits-related documentation.
- Advise on complex employee relations, disciplinary matters, and investigations.
- Develop scalable employment policies, playbooks, and self-serve tools.
- Manage employment-related litigation and coordinate with external counsel.
- Support international expansion and workforce scaling.
Stipend, Compensation & Mode
Compensation: Not specified.
Mode: Full-time, based in London or remote within the United Kingdom.
- Are there specific language requirements? Fluency in French or German is considered an added plus, though not strictly required.
- Is accommodation available for the application process? Yes, candidates requiring reasonable accommodation for the interview process may contact accommodations-ext@figma.com.
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Employment Counsel (EMEA) employer: Figma
Figma is an exceptional employer that fosters a vibrant work culture where creativity and collaboration thrive. Located in London, our team enjoys a dynamic environment with ample opportunities for professional growth, particularly in sales roles, as we encourage continuous learning and development. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, Figma not only values unique perspectives but also provides a supportive atmosphere that empowers employees to excel and innovate.
