Senior Legal Counsel – Employment & Labour Relations

We are seeking an experienced Senior Legal Counsel – Employment & Labour Relations to join our team in Germany (preferably Munich or Stuttgart).In this role, you will act as a key advisor on all employment law and labour relations matters, working closely with your team colleagues, HR, leadership, and international headquarters. You will play a critical role in navigating complex stakeholder environments, leading negotiations with Workers Councils ensuring compliance with German labour law in an international corporate setting.

This role requires strong legal expertise, business acumen and the ability to independently drive topics while collaborating with global stakeholders.

Role decription & resposibilities

• Lead and manage Workers Council negotiations, including preparation, strategy, and execution
• Provide expert advice on individual and collective labour law matters
• Act as the main point of contact for employment law and HR compliance topics in Germany
• Coordinate and manage quarterly and strategic labour-related processes with international headquarters
• Navigate complex environments with divergent stakeholder interests, ensuring balanced and compliant outcomes
• Drive and oversee employment-related projects, including restructuring, terminations, and organizational changes
• Manage relationships with external law firms, acting as a strong internal counterpart
• Ensure alignment between local operations and global policies, especially with HQ located outside Germany
• Provide guidance on health and safety and co-determination topics in collaboration with internal stakeholders
• Support and advise senior leadership with clear, pragmatic legal recommendations
• Take ownership of topics independently while maintaining regular alignment with key stakeholders