Interim Employment Counsel (EMEA) – 6‑Month Contract
This role sits within the EMEA employment legal function of a globally iconic technology business. The client is looking to hire an Interim Employment Counsel to provide cover within its EMEA Employment Legal team.
This is a hands-on, autonomous role, suited to an experienced employment lawyer who is comfortable operating with minimal supervision and partnering closely with in-house stakeholders and external counsel across multiple European jurisdictions.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide end-to-end employment law advice across a range of European jurisdictions
* Act as a trusted internal adviser on employment matters, policies, and procedures
* Handle employment litigation and disputes, working closely with local external counsel where required
* Advise on complex employee relations issues, restructurings, and HR risk
* Support the wider EMEA employment legal team on strategic and business-critical matters
Jurisdictional Focus
* Significant advisory exposure to continental Europe, particularly:
* France
* Italy
* Spain
* UK experience helpful but not sufficient on its own
Candidate Profile
* Qualified lawyer (England & Wales or equivalent European qualification)
* Strong generalist employment law background gained in-house and/or private practice
* Demonstrable experience advising on European employment law matters outside the UK
* Confident working independently in a fast-paced, international environment
* Comfortable managing and instructing external counsel across multiple jurisdictions
Working Arrangements
* Based in London, embedded within the client’s EMEA Employment Legal hub
* Hybrid working: 3 days per week in the office
If this role is of interest apply for more information.