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Senior Counsel (Director)

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    Full-time
    Senior & Expert Level
  • Legal
    People, HR & Administration
  • London
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AI generated summary

  • You must have a Master's in law, relevant employment law experience, fluency in English, and a positive, team-oriented attitude. Adaptability and strong communication skills are essential.
  • You will advise on employment law matters, support HR initiatives, ensure compliance with local laws, monitor legislative changes, and contribute to M&A projects within Europe.

Requirements

  • Master in law degree;
  • Relevant post-qualification experience in employment law in a reputable law firm and/or as in-house lawyer, preferably in the financial services, banking or technology sector; Experience in providing legal support to US organizations and experience in corporate law, IT law considered an asset.
  • Fluent in English (both orally as in writing); any additional European languages will be considered an asset.
  • Must be able to contribute and operate effectively within a diverse multicultural organization.
  • The candidate should have a positive “can do it” attitude, be stress resistant and ready to go the extra mile.
  • The candidate should be a team player who is both organizationally savvy and a strong communicator able to collaborate cross-functionally and across regions.
  • Creative approach to problem-solving.
  • Flexible and capable of working efficiently in a fast evolving environment;
  • Enjoy working in a team and enjoy sharing knowledge, but able to work independently and take on responsibilities.
  • Serves as a role model for the application of the Mastercard Way.

Responsibilities

  • Assist the P&C team on a broad range of employment law related matters for the UK and Ireland, and potentially for other European countries
  • Support the P&C team to provide direction and delivery related to organizational design, talent acquisition, succession management, talent management and development, employee relations matters, resource planning, compensation and benefits, and performance management whilst applying your knowledge of local laws and regulations
  • Support the P&C team to ensure alignment and implementation of Mastercard’s HR strategies, policies and programmes, and create and deliver cost effective HR solutions for complex business issues
  • Partner with our global Employment Law Group to ensure consistency in global approach while adhering to local laws
  • Follow up on legislative evolutions in the allocated European markets including assessing the potential impact for Mastercard and proposals for amending legal documents and existing practices
  • Participate from a broad employment law perspective to projects in the M&A field

FAQs

What is the primary responsibility of the Senior Counsel (Director) at Mastercard?

The primary responsibility is to be a key legal business partner to the People & Capability Team, providing employment law support for Mastercard’s entities in the UK and Ireland, and potentially other European locations.

Where is the position located?

The position is based in London, UK.

What qualifications are required for this role?

A Master in law degree, relevant post-qualification experience in employment law, and proficiency in English are required. Experience in corporate or IT law is considered an asset.

Is prior experience in a specific sector preferred for candidates?

Yes, relevant experience in the financial services, banking, or technology sector is preferred.

How does the Senior Counsel collaborate with other teams?

The Senior Counsel partners with the global Employment Law Group and collaborates cross-functionally with various teams, offering legal support on organizational design, talent management, and more.

Are there any language requirements for this role?

Fluency in English is required, and proficiency in additional European languages is considered an asset.

What kind of work environment can candidates expect?

Candidates can expect a diverse, multicultural environment that is fast-evolving and requires a flexible and proactive approach to problem-solving.

Is experience supporting US organizations an asset for this role?

Yes, experience in providing legal support to US organizations is considered an asset, along with experience in corporate law and IT law.

What key traits are desired in candidates for this position?

Desired traits include a positive attitude, stress resilience, strong communication skills, organizational savvy, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

What responsibilities do employees have regarding corporate security?

Employees must abide by Mastercard's security policies, ensure the confidentiality and integrity of information, report any suspected security violations, and complete all mandatory security trainings.

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