This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Employment Lawyer to contribute to a growing organisation within the Med Tech industry. Based in Hammersmith, you will be responsible for providing expert legal advice and support on employment-related matters for all territories outside of the US.
Client Details
Our client is a global medical technology organisation focused on improving the lives of people with chronic conditions through innovative, wearable solutions. The company develops user-centric, automated technologies that combine advanced engineering with thoughtful design to simplify daily care. It is a purpose-driven, growth-oriented business offering the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on healthcare at scale
Description
The role of Senior Director - Employment will have the following responsibilities:
- Provide general employment law advice on the full range of employment issues faced by an international business, including but not limited to contractual arrangements, employment-related laws and regulations, HR policies, restrictive covenants, employment litigation matters, recruitment, redundancies and exits.
- Support European HR teams by coordinating with and managing outside counsel in various jurisdictions.
- Monitor, advise on and ensure compliance with UK and European employment laws and regulations, including upcoming changes such as the Employment Right Bill in the UK.
- Draft, review, and negotiate employment contracts, policies, and related documentation.
- Advise on employee relations issues including internal investigations, disciplinary and grievance processes and performance management.
- Collaborate with HR and business stakeholders to develop and implement compliant policies and procedures.
- Deliver training sessions on employment law and HR best practices.
- Manage external counsel where necessary in employment-related disputes, audits, and investigations.
Profile
Applicants for the role of Senior Director - Employment should have the following qualifications and experience:
- A Qualified solicitor with a valid license to practice law in the UK.
- Post qualification employment law experience, ideally with both in-house and law firm experience.
- Strong knowledge of UK employment law and experience supporting European jurisdictions - preferred.
- Excellent analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a hybrid work environment.
- Experience managing external counsel and multi-jurisdictional matters
Job Offer
- A very competitive base salary and benefits.
- Hybrid working
- Convenient Hammersmith location with access to excellent transport links.
- A collaborative and professional work environment.
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