Contract | 2-8 Months | Remote/Hybrid | EMEA Focus
MLA is partnering with one of the world's fastest-growing technology businesses, recently joining forces with a global cloud leader, to appoint an experienced Interim Employment Lawyer to support its EMEA employment legal function during a period of team absence.
This is a unique opportunity to join a highly sophisticated in-house legal team operating at the forefront of technology and AI, advising on complex employment matters across Europe in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
The Opportunity:
You will act as a senior employment law advisor across the EMEA region, partnering closely with HR, leadership, and business stakeholders on a broad range of strategic and day-to-day employment matters.
The role requires a lawyer who can operate independently, provide pragmatic commercial advice, and confidently manage complex employee relations issues across multiple jurisdictions.
Key Responsibilities
- Advising on a wide range of employment law matters across EMEA.
- Leading complex employee relations and workplace investigations matters.
- Managing disciplinary, grievance, performance and termination processes.
- Supporting organisational change initiatives and workforce-related projects.
- Coordinating and overseeing external counsel across multiple jurisdictions, including France, Germany, Spain, the Netherlands and other European markets.
- Providing strategic employment law advice to senior stakeholders in a high-growth environment.
Candidate Profile
- Qualified lawyer in the UK or France.
- Significant post-qualification employment law experience gained in-house and/or within a leading law firm.
- Strong knowledge of European employment law and experience managing cross-border employment issues.
- Particular expertise in French employment law would be highly advantageous.
- Comfortable operating autonomously with minimal supervision.
- Able to work at pace, manage competing priorities and deliver commercially focused advice.
- Previous experience within a major technology company or another fast-growth international business would be highly desirable.
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Interim Senior Employment Counsel (EMEA) employer: Major, Lindsey & Africa
Major, Lindsey & Africa is an exceptional employer that fosters a dynamic work culture in Belfast, where employees are empowered to engage with complex transactions and navigate evolving regulatory landscapes. With a strong emphasis on professional development, the company offers ample opportunities for growth and collaboration within its global teams, making it an ideal place for experienced legal professionals seeking meaningful and rewarding careers.
Contact Details:
Major, Lindsey & Africa Recruitment Team
