Employment Lawyer – International

Howmet Aerospace

. Provide day-to-day legal support to Human Resources teams for Howmet’s international operations outside the United States .

Posted 10/8/2026full-timeRemote • France, Netherlands, United Kingdom, Germany, BelgiumSeniorLeadWebsite

Core Competencies

Role fit

Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in employment law across multiple jurisdictions, particularly in Europe, with a strong ability to communicate legal issues effectively to diverse stakeholders. Proven experience in managing external counsel and ensuring compliance with employment-related documents and policies.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Law DegreeAdmission To Relevant Bar8+ Years Of Experience At International Law FirmFluency In FrenchRisk-Based Approach

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Soft Skills

Excellent Spoken And Written EnglishHigh Level Of Integrity And DiscretionStrong Communication Skills

Industry Keywords

Employment LawInternational OperationsComplianceLitigationHuman ResourcesPolicy ReviewLegal SupportDiverse Legal SystemsBusiness-Oriented ResponsesSignificant Legislative Developments

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide day-to-day legal support to Human Resources teams for Howmet’s international operations outside the United States
Advise executives and HR teams on employment law matters in Europe, primarily in France, Germany, the United Kingdom, and Hungary
Manage external counsel on employment law matters in Europe, Japan, China, and Australia
Review and coordinate updates to internal policies and procedures with HR teams
Ensure compliance of offer letters, employment contracts, and documents related to employment termination
Manage external counsel in litigation matters
Propose practical, business-oriented responses to legal and operational risks and drive matters through to resolution
Keep HR teams informed of significant legislative developments in employment law across Europe and Asia
Support the activities of Howmet Aerospace Inc., a global leader in the engineering and manufacturing of complex metal components for the aerospace, defense, and commercial transportation industries

Requirements

What you’ll need

Law degree
Admission in good standing to the relevant bar
More than 8 years of professional experience gained at an international law firm
Excellent spoken and written English
Fluency in French is a significant advantage
High level of integrity and discretion
Strong skills and confidence required for the role
Risk-based approach
Ability to explain legal issues in an accessible manner
Ability to communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders at all levels of the organization
Ability to implement sustainable processes and procedures across different jurisdictions
Ability to work in an international environment and across diverse legal systems

Benefits

Comp & perks

Full-time position
Fully remote working opportunity (up to 100%)
Priority will be given to the ideal candidate, regardless of their location