Senior Employment Counsel, EMEA – Strategic Leader

The Walt Disney Company; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - GBP 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading entertainment firm based in London is seeking a Lead Counsel for Employment EMEA. The selected candidate will provide legal advice on employment law issues across various jurisdictions, manage external legal counsel, and ensure compliance with regulations. The ideal candidate should have significant post-qualification experience, thorough knowledge of employment law, and strong leadership skills. This is a permanent role requiring on-site attendance four days a week with some flexibility to work remotely.

Qualifications

• Significant post-qualification experience in employment law.
• Thorough knowledge of UK employment law and other European jurisdictions.
• Proven experience advising in a pan-European environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic legal advice on employment law issues across EMEA.
• Engage and manage external legal advisers for effective counsel.
• Conduct horizon scanning to evaluate compliance with evolving regulations.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Excellent communication skills

Analytical skills

Leadership and mentoring

Ability to manage risk

Education

Qualification in the UK or European jurisdictions

Job description

A leading entertainment firm based in London is seeking a Lead Counsel for Employment EMEA. The selected candidate will provide legal advice on employment law issues across various jurisdictions, manage external legal counsel, and ensure compliance with regulations. The ideal candidate should have significant post-qualification experience, thorough knowledge of employment law, and strong leadership skills. This is a permanent role requiring on-site attendance four days a week with some flexibility to work remotely.