Employment Counsel – International

Howmet Aerospace

. Provide day-to-day HR-related legal support for Howmet’s international operations outside the US .

Posted 10/6/2026full-timeRemote • Germany, France, United Kingdom, Netherlands, BelgiumSeniorLeadWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in international employment law, particularly in European jurisdictions, with a strong focus on compliance, policy development, and risk management. Proficient in advising on complex legal issues while effectively communicating with diverse stakeholders.

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Law Degree8+ Years Post-Qualification ExperienceEuropean Employment LawFrench Language SkillsIn-House Legal Experience

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Hard Skills

Employment Law CompliancePolicy DevelopmentLitigation ManagementContract ReviewLegal Risk Assessment

Soft Skills

Excellent Verbal CommunicationExcellent Written CommunicationIntegrity and DiscretionStakeholder EngagementProactive Implementation

Certifications & Qualifications

Bar Association Membership

Industry Keywords

International OperationsEmployee RelationsHR PoliciesWorks Council RelationsEmployment Legislation

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide day-to-day HR-related legal support for Howmet’s international operations outside the US
Advise business leaders and HR teams on European employment matters, mainly in France, Germany, the UK and Hungary
Manage outside counsel on non-US employment matters in Europe, Japan, China and Australia
Review and update employment policies and procedures with HR partners, including employee handbooks, bonus plans, compensation guidelines and severance programs
Ensure offer letters, employment agreements and separation agreements are legally compliant and aligned with business requirements
Manage outside counsel on litigation matters to protect the Company’s interests
Propose practical commercial solutions to legal and business risks and drive issues to resolution
Keep HR informed about significant employment legislation affecting the business or HR policies in Europe and Asia
Support all aspects of the employer-employee relationship, including recruitment, performance management, dismissal, internal investigations, union/Works Council relations, employee benefits, privacy, and learning and development

Requirements

What you’ll need

Law degree
Member in good standing of the applicable bar association
8+ years of post-qualification experience from an international law firm
In-house experience is an advantage
Excellent verbal and written English language skills
French language skills are a significant advantage
High level of integrity and discretion, aligned with Howmet Values, policies and Legal Department practices
Ability to explain legal issues clearly and communicate concepts to stakeholders at different organizational levels
Ability to proactively implement processes and procedures across multiple jurisdictions

Benefits

Comp & perks

Full-time employment
Up to 100% remote work
Opportunity to work in an international environment with clients and colleagues from different regions and legal systems