Legal Counsel

If you’re a forward-thinker looking for the great next step in your career within an innovative and collaborative environment, Board is the right workplace for you
We are currently looking for a talented Legal Counsel to join our Legal Department.
Reporting to the Chief Legal Office, you will play a key role in providing legal advice and support on an international scale in the day-to-day legal activities of the Board Group, with focus on HR processes and sustainability matters.
This position provides an ideal opportunity to join a fast-growing organization with a product at the technological forefront of its market and plenty of opportunities to foster professional growth.

Core responsibilities: Provide day-to-day proactive employment law advice, assistance and counselling Review employment offers and agreements with HR Create, customize and update release agreements for terminating employees Assist with employment law litigation matters Support VISA processes Work with HR to help manage and respond to employee relations issues, investigations and grievances Assist with sustainability legal matters Manage and supervise outside counsel, as required Provide legal support to other departments and functions Draft agreements and other legal documents to ensure the Group's legal rights Advise on legal language or specifications Maintain current knowledge of alterations in legislation
Requirements: Proven experience as in-house Legal Counsel of an international company or in an international Law Firm  Academic Background in Law Good knowledge and understanding of HR/Sustainability laws and procedures High level of professional ethics and integrity Ability to analyze situations and information Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Word, Excel, PowerPoint) Outstanding communication skills Fluency in English is required, knowledge of another language will be considered a plus

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