Labor Law & HR Specialist

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.