Lead Employment Counsel - Tech Scale-up - London

Major, Lindsey & Africa is looking for a Lead Employment Counsel - Tech Scale-up - London

Job description

A fast-scaling, international technology company is looking for a senior employment lawyer to take full ownership of its EMEA employment function.

This is a standalone role. You will act as the go-to employment counsel across multiple jurisdictions, working directly with senior leadership, HR, and business stakeholders.

The role

You will step into a high-impact position with immediate responsibility:

  • Lead on all EMEA employment matters across a complex, multi-country footprint
  • Advise on day-to-day HR issues, senior exits, investigations, and disputes
  • Support rapid hiring and scaling across key European offices
  • Drive consistency in employment policies, contracts, and processes
  • Manage external counsel where needed, with a focus on efficiency and cost control
  • Partner closely with leadership on risk, strategy, and organisational change

The profile

  • UK-qualified employment lawyer with 8+ years’ experience
  • Strong in-house exposure within a fast-paced business
  • Comfortable operating as a sole employment counsel
  • Experience across multiple EMEA jurisdictions


For more information contact us at MLA for a consultation on the role.

Extra information

Status
Open
Education Level
Secondary School
Location
London Area
Type of Contract
Full-time jobs
Published at
01-05-2026
Full UK/EU driving license preferred
No
Car Preferred
No
Must be eligible to work in the EU
No
Cover Letter Required
No
Languages
English

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