Head of Employment Law International, Managing Director in London

The MD, Head of Employment Law International provides expert legal counsel and services for State Street’s Global Human Resources Department and the international group legal entities’ executive management. The role involves serving as an in-house subject matter expert, recognizing evolving industry best practices and requirements, including associated legal, regulatory and governance standards applicable to a global systemically important bank and its subsidiaries in its international geographies. The role is critical in effectively counseling human capital, legal and regulatory considerations and contributing balanced solutions throughout State Street’s global operations that align with its strategic priorities and global standards. In this role you will also be advising on the legal aspects of employment and compensation/benefits elements of strategic transactions and activities for the organization. A seasoned ability to communicate with senior executives is key to successful execution of this role, as is a strong ability to collaborate across jurisdictions and departments and with other expert attorneys and professionals in the Legal Division.

This role reports to the Executive Vice President, Head of International Legal and dually to the Senior Vice President, Head of Human Resources and Corporate Governance.

• Managing all aspects of legal support for State Street’s international employment, compensation and benefits programs, including employment litigation and claims for its non-US workforce.
• Representing the Legal Division in counseling the Global Human Resources management team in strategic decision-making and related legal and regulatory analyses, in conjunction with specialist bank regulatory jurisdictional counsel.
• Identifying, monitoring and managing changes in labour laws across State Street’s international footprint.
• Navigating jurisdictional differences in global employment and compensation practices and legal and regulatory requirements.
• Providing advice and solutions regarding employment, compensation and benefits aspects to M&A and similar transactions to facilitate global growth.
• Developing relationships with peers within the financial services industry and external counsel, and representing State Street in industry forums.
• Ensuring timely reporting of relevant risks, developments and events to Legal Division senior leadership.
• Managing outside counsel and other expenses.

• The qualified candidate must be an experienced employment lawyer with substantial experience advising large, multinational financial institutions.
• Minimum 12 years related work experience, with demonstrated management and leadership background.
• Proven interpersonal and communication skills.
• Demonstrated experience in stakeholder management, evaluating risks and counselling with sound judgement.
• Highly organized with extensive problem-solving.
• Law degree from an accredited law school, and admitted to practice in the U.K.

About State Street: Across the globe, institutional investors rely on us to help them manage risk, respond to challenges, and drive performance and profitability. We keep our clients at the heart of everything we do, and smart, engaged employees are essential to our continued success. We are committed to fostering an environment where every employee feels valued and empowered to reach their full potential. As an essential partner in our shared success, you’ll benefit from inclusive development opportunities, flexible work-life support, paid volunteer days, and vibrant employee networks that keep you connected to what matters most. Join us in shaping the future.

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