Senior Counsel, International Employment

1 month ago

London, Greater London, United Kingdom Takeda Full time

About the Role

The Senior Counsel, International Employment will provide high-quality, practical legal support to the Company, focusing on EUCAN HR/employment matters.

Responsibilities include managing litigation and pre-litigation disputes, conducting investigations, developing and reviewing employment contracts and policies, staying updated on employment law changes, and delivering training.

The role also involves building and maintaining a knowledge bank for the employment legal group, supporting global functions on non-US employment law issues, and assisting with corporate initiatives and strategic projects assigned by the Head Counsel, Employment.

Key Accountabilities:

  • Provide day-to-day advice to HR on a broad range of employment matters including grievance, performance and conduct management, terminations and discipline, absence issues, immigration issues, compensation, and benefits issues, leave of absence and disability issues, independent contractor issues and restrictive covenant issues, with a particular focus on tech ops.
  • Support pre-litigation disputes with attorneys representing current and former employees. Partner with HR and external counsel to gather data and develop Takeda's position. Provide support to litigation-related to employment matters.
  • Collaborate with various HR clients to support the development and maintenance of employment contracts, policies, templates, and processes to minimize employment-related risks.
  • Provide support for various global/international projects and initiatives assigned by Head Counsel, Employment, including support for integrations and reorganizations, and initiatives for managing risks across the organization.
  • Provide support to HR and Compliance on investigations related to people, behaviour and performance providing guidance and legal advice on process ensuring an appropriate resolution.
  • Deliver legal updates and trainings to HR and business managers with a view to educating and managing risks across the organization.

Requirements:

  • European-qualified employment law specialist. As a guide, with at least 7-years post-qualification experience although other levels of PQE will be considered.
  • Maintained European legal practice certificate.
  • High academic achievement in the study of law.
  • Professional training in an International Law Firm.
  • Experience advising multi-nationals on international employment/HR matters, including EWC and national works council engagement.
  • Experience representing clients in the pharmaceutical or biotech industry is an advantage.
  • Relevant in-house experience is an advantage.
  • English required; additional languages are an advantage.

About Takeda

No investment we make pays greater dividends than taking good care of our people. We offer you:

  • A meaningful career, grounded in our values.
  • Continuous professional growth and global careers.
  • A diverse and inclusive network of colleagues.
  • Flexible work environment, including hybrid working.
  • A collaborative culture encouraging an entrepreneurial spirit and agile thinking.
  • A comprehensive salary and benefits package.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Takeda, the commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DE&I) is a personal one. Our team is one that spans over 80 different countries, each bringing unique backgrounds and experiences.

These diverse perspectives reflect the perspectives of the patients who rely on the treatments we develop. That's why we aim to build a more inclusive and equitable environment. In doing so, everyone within Takeda can collaborate in a space free of fear or judgment.

This is a culture where all are free to speak up. Where each employee can contribute and grow as an individual while feeling a sense of belonging at Takeda.

How to Apply

To apply for this position, please submit your resume via our online tool.

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