Employment Lawyer 7-10PQE

Exclusive Mandate – Employment Counsel, 7+ PQE

We are exclusively partnering with a leading diversified Group to appoint a Legal Counsel specialising in employment law. This is a hands-on, regional in-house role, ideal for a lawyer confident in advising across HR functions, operations, and senior leadership teams.

This opportunity is suited to someone looking to join a stable and reputable organisation, with the ability to make a meaningful legal impact across a broad operational footprint in the region.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic and day-to-day legal advice on all aspects of employment law, including employee relations, performance management, terminations, grievances, investigations, and restructuring.
• Partner closely with the HR team to support workforce compliance, policy development, and risk mitigation.
• Draft and negotiate employment-related agreements, including employment contracts, consultancy agreements, and other workforce-related documentation.
• Advise on workplace disputes, internal investigations, and potential litigation risks.
• Ensure ongoing legal compliance across multiple jurisdictions and contribute to training initiatives for HR and business stakeholders.

Requirements

• Qualified lawyer with a minimum of 7 years’ post-qualification experience, including solid in-house experience.
• Deep expertise in employment law, ideally across multiple jurisdictions within the region.
• Proven ability to work effectively with HR and senior management in a fast-paced environment.
• Practical, solution-oriented mindset with strong interpersonal and communication skills.

For a confidential discussion, please contact Sandra at sandra@kerryconsulting.com.
We are reviewing applications on a rolling basis and will be in touch with shortlisted candidates.

License No: 16S8060

Registration No: R1544044