Purpose & Overall Relevance for the Organization
The Labor Law & HR Specialist supports the organization at the intersection of Labor Law and Business Partnering, ensuring compliant, consistent and people-focused HR practices.
The role combines a strong labor law foundation with a multidisciplinary HR scope, supporting HRBPs in day-to-day people matters, employee relations, and HR processes, while ensuring full compliance with current labor legislation.
This position is intended for a professional with a background in labor law, a genuine interest in people and HR topics, and a learning-oriented mindset. The role requires flexibility, proactivity and strong motivation to develop and grow within a broad, hands‑on HRBP environment.
Key Responsibilities
* Act as a key support to HRBPs on labor law and employee relations matters, including disciplinary processes, sanctions, terminations and responses to labor‑related claims or demands.
* Ensure compliance with current labor legislation across all HR processes, advising risks and required actions.
* Monitor labor law developments and provide summaries, insights and practical recommendations to support informed and compliant decision‑making.
* Maintain and continuously improve standard templates and documentation, providing clear, practical and risk‑aware guidance to internal stakeholders.
* Provide support in matters related to Works Council, including preparation of documentation for information, consultation, negotiation processes, and participation in commissions and joint working groups.
* Support a variety of HRBP‑related activities, contributing to a multidisciplinary and collaborative HR function.
KPIs
* Accuracy and quality of labor‑law related documentation.
* Timely and compliant handling of HR legal queries and cases.
* Reduction of legal risk and escalation issues through proactive support.
* Stakeholder satisfaction (HR, Legal, business partners).
* Adherence to internal policies, processes, and legal standards.
Key Relationships
* HR Business Partners
* Local GBS teams
* Business stakeholders (as needed, via HR)
* Cross‑functional HR project teams
* Works Council members
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
* Solid understanding of labor/employment law principles.
* Ability to translate legal concepts into practical HR guidance.
* Strong attention to detail and high level of accuracy.
* Good judgment and ability to assess legal and employee relations risks.
* Clear and structured communication skills, both written and verbal.
* Ability to work collaboratively in a cross‑functional environment.
* Organized, reliable, and able to manage multiple topics in parallel.
* Professional discretion and confidentiality.
Requisite Education and Experience / Minimum Qualifications
* University degree in Law
* 3 years of experience in labor/employment law, gained either in a law firm or within a multinational company.
* Experience working with or closely alongside HR teams is a plus, but not mandatory.
* Advanced knowledge of local labor legislation.
* Fluency in English; local language proficiency required.
* Digital and AI literacy, including the ability to use AI‑enabled tools (e.g. Copilot, legal/HR digital solutions) to support research, documentation, summarization of legal updates and process efficiency, with a strong focus on data privacy, confidentiality and ethical use.
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