Legal Counsel (Employment Law)

Here at C&A we’re embracing the transformation taking place across the retail sector, whilst also ensuring we don’t lose sight of our heritage.

“Let’s build the future together - the best is yet to come”

As we navigate our transformation journey, it's crucial that both our People & Culture function the wider business are supported and enabled in ensuring legal compliance at all stages. Working as part of the Social Leadership and HR Legal team, the Legal Counsel will work strategically to provide advice, processes, templates and documentation which will enable our transformation to take place smoothly and effectively. No two days will be the same as we touch on a diverse range of legal topics, and you will also have the chance to work closely with your peers in other countries, understanding the legal differences between regions whilst developing a 'One C&A' approach.

Your responsibilities:

• Drive Employment law advice for Business & People & Culture to ensure legal compliance
• Manage People & Culture templates (employment contracts, warnings, terminations, any kind of relevant P&C contracts) to ensure legal compliance
• Support labor court proceedings
• Drive training measures for managers and P&C colleagues to ensure legal compliance throughout the company

What you bring:

• 3 – 5 years relevant professional experience in the field of employment / labor law
• Highly analytic mindset
• Excellent communication skills and social competence
• Ability to understand and explain complex legal issues simply
• Resilience and adaptability; crucial to understanding our transformation journey

This is an opportunity for you to join us on a truly exciting transformation journey, where you’ll be able to leave footprints that last and contribute significantly to our vision. As well as knowing that you played a key part in the evolution of one of Europe’s most recognisable retail brands, you will also enjoy:

• An international and inspirational working environment
• An in-depth induction into your life at C&A
• A positive working atmosphere with an open feedback culture
• Attractive staff discounts

C&A fosters equal opportunity for people of all backgrounds and identities. We are led by a gender-balanced board committed to build a diverse and inclusive organisation where everyone can become their best self. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity, race, religion or belief, parental and family status, or any other protected characteristic. We welcome applications from women, men and non-binary candidates of all ethnicities and socio-economic backgrounds. We encourage people belonging to underrepresented groups to apply.