Associate General Counsel, Employment Law

Company Description

At Western Digital, our vision is to power global innovation and push the boundaries of technology to make what you thought was once impossible, possible.

At our core, Western Digital is a company of problem solvers. People achieve extraordinary things given the right technology. For decades, we’ve been doing just that. Our technology helped people put a man on the moon.

We are a key partner to some of the largest and highest growth organizations in the world. From energizing the most competitive gaming platforms, to enabling systems to make cities safer and cars smarter and more connected, to powering the data centers behind many of the world’s biggest companies and public cloud, Western Digital is fueling a brighter, smarter future.

Binge-watch any shows, use social media or shop online lately? You’ll find Western Digital supporting the storage infrastructure behind many of these platforms. And, that flash memory card that captures and preserves your most precious moments? That’s us, too.

We offer an expansive portfolio of technologies, storage devices and platforms for business and consumers alike. Our data-centric solutions are comprised of the Western Digital®, G-Technology™, SanDisk® and WD® brands.

Today’s exceptional challenges require your unique skills. It’s You & Western Digital. Together, we’re the next BIG thing in data.

Job Description

• Global employment lawyer with a focus on issues arising throughout Europe
•  Draft, revise, and advise on employment-related documents, including offer letters, separation agreements, confidentiality agreements, and commission and bonus plans.
• Provide advice and assistance in both individual and collective employment rights and obligations
• Manage cross-border employment issues and collaborate with the employment team on global projects.
• Manage employment-related projects, including process reviews and the creation, implementation, and continual improvement of policies and procedures.
• Create and update training programs on various employment law topics.
•  Oversee and/or provide support regarding employment-related litigation, claims, charges, investigations, audits, and subpoenas.
• Monitor employment law-related legislation, regulations, legal developments, and government oversight activities that may affect the Company in EMEA.
• Advise on employment-related privacy issues, including privacy laws and other applicable laws and regulations.
• Willingness to support on other legal issues that may arise in EMEA, including supporting the Ethics and Compliance team on various matters.
• Prior experience in contract or commercial law a plus as well as prior experience with subsidiary management.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of employment law experience working for an internationally/nationally recognized firm or in combination with in-house experience required in Europe with a focus on matters involving UK, Germany and France.
•  Employment lawyer able to practice law in the United Kingdom.
•  Experience working on cross-border and international employment law matters.
•  Able to work with teams of international local counsel to resolve issues in a fast-paced environment.
•  Exhibit excellent judgement, superior leadership, and strong problem-solving skills, and can proactively spot risk and deliver creative solutions.
•  Highly collaborative with the ability to build relationships across various teams and functions.
•  Effective communicator who can explain complex legal concepts to non-lawyers and provide practical legal advice.
•  International employment law experience required.
•  Able to work in a proactive, independent and reliable manner under tight timeframes in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication, organizational and team working skills, but with the ability to work in complete autonomy while providing relevant reporting in due time.

Additional Information

Western Digital thrives on the power and potential of diversity. As a global company, we believe the most effective way to embrace the diversity of our customers and communities is to mirror it from within. We believe the fusion of various perspectives results in the best outcomes for our employees, our company, our customers, and the world around us. We are committed to an inclusive environment where every individual can thrive through a sense of belonging, respect and contribution.

Western Digital is committed to offering opportunities to applicants with disabilities and ensuring all candidates can successfully navigate our careers website and our hiring process. Please contact us at [email protected] to advise us of your accommodation request. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.