Executive Vice President Global Employment Counsel
Executive Vice President Global Employment Counsel
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07-04-2025
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Edelman is a voice synonymous with trust reimagining a future where the currency of communication is action. Our culture thrives on three promises: boldness is possibility empathy is progress and curiosity is momentum.
At Edelman we understand diversity equity inclusion and belonging (DEIB) transform our colleagues our company our clients and our communities. We are in relentless pursuit of an equitable and inspiring workplace that is respectful of all reflects and represents the world in which we live and fosters trust collaboration and belonging.
Join Edelman as Our Executive Vice President Global Employment Counsel
Are you a legal trailblazer with a passion for solving complex challenges in a dynamic global environment At Edelman were looking for an Executive Vice President Global Employment Counsel to lead and shape the future of employment law for our global teams.
Edelman is a powerhouse in the communications marketing world collaborating with a diverse mix of clientsfrom the biggest brands to innovative startups nonprofits and foundations. Our Legal team is at the heart of it all providing strategic creative and pragmatic counsel to drive success. If youre ready to thrive in a fastpaced teamfirst environment lets talk.
What Youll Do:
- Partner with HR the Csuite and business leaders to advise on global employment matters including offers terminations performance management and workplace policies.
- Lead employmentrelated projects such as policy rollouts training programs and mobility initiatives.
- Draft and refine employment documents agreements and processes to align with global best practices.
- Develop strategies for resolving employment disputes including prelitigation and litigation management.
- Create and deliver impactful training on topics like harassment prevention and effective management.
- Collaborate with legal and crossfunctional teams to shape policies and provide pragmatic businessoriented solutions.
- Dive into special projects that keep Edelman at the forefront of global employment innovation.
Who You Are:
- Youre more than just a legal expertyoure a trusted advisor and a collaborative partner. You have:
- Experience: A law degree and plus 10 years specializing in global labor and employment matters.
- Knowledge: Expertise in UK EMEA law. Middle East experience will be a bonus. This is a global role so a strong grasp of international regulations including union and works council experience is a must. Please note: You are not expected to be an expert in all geographies as there will be opportunities to work with local outside council when required.
- FutureFacing Trends: Ability to keep pace with the latest key trends in employment law eg. Remote working use of AI and technology etc.
- Leadership: A knack for managing complex projects making sound decisions and mentoring others.
- Pragmatism: A problem solver who brings practical solutions to the table with a high attention to detail.
- Communication: Stellar written and verbal skills with the ability to simplify legal concepts for nonlegal audiences.
- Resilience: Calm under pressure adaptable to change and equipped with a sense of humor.
- TechSavvy: Proficiency in Microsoft Office and an ability to work with diverse teams across the globe.
Why Edelman
As an independent familyowned firm we pride ourselves on our innovative approach and deep client relationships. With over 600 talented professionals in our London office we deliver awardwinning campaigns for toptier clients like Meta Nissan PwC and more.
In 2024 alone we were awarded the EMEA SABRE Award for Large Regional Consultancy of the Year ranked 2nd across the board at Cannes Lions for Independent Network of the Year were the first legacy PR agency to win a Titanium Lion recognised as PRWeeks Dynasty Agency for the Past 25 Years and named an Agency Stand Out by AdAge.
If this sounds like you lets redefine the future of work together. Apply now and take your career to the next level with Edelman.
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We are dedicated to building a diverse inclusive and authentic workplace so if youre excited about this role but your experience doesnt perfectly align with every qualification we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.
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