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-timeWaalwijk • NetherlandsSeniorLeadWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in providing legal support for international HR operations, with a focus on European employment law and compliance. Proficient in managing outside counsel and advising on employment policies across multiple jurisdictions.

Highest-signal resume keywords

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

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Hard Skills

Employment Law CompliancePolicy Review and UpdateLegal Risk AssessmentContract DraftingLitigation Management

Soft Skills

Excellent Verbal CommunicationExcellent Written CommunicationIntegrity and DiscretionRisk-Based JudgmentStakeholder Communication

Certifications & Qualifications

Membership in Bar Association

Industry Keywords

International OperationsEmployment LegislationHR PoliciesMulti-Jurisdictional ProcessesCommercial Solutions

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 Company’s business or HR policies in Europe and Asia
Operate effectively with clients and colleagues across different regions and legal systems

Requirements

What you’ll need

Law degree and membership in good standing of the applicable bar association
8+ years of post-qualification experience from an international law firm
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
Appropriate skill and confidence in own abilities
Risk-based judgment and ability to identify options to mitigate risks and add value
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
In-house experience is an advantage