Americas Employment Legal Counsel
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Overview
Job Description
Scope:Regional, Permanent
Location:Englewood Cliffs, NJ(hybrid)
Terms & Conditions:Must have the right to work in the USA
TheMagnumIce CreamCompany (formerly adivisionofUnilever)isnowastandalone, independent, EUR7.9billion publicly listed company.We’reon a mission to create the ultimate snacking company.A place where growth, innovation, founder and ownership mentality, and performance are cultivated and rewarded. And where we craft extraordinary ice cream experiences - transforming ordinary moments into lasting memories.Because we know, life tastes better with ice cream.
We dream big but keep things simple to act fast.If you want to grow with us, make an impact, and shape the future of Ice Cream, this is the place for you!
JOB PURPOSE:
The Employment Legal function sits within the Corporate Centre and provides employment law support to enableThe Magnum Ice Cream Companyto deliver their businessobjectiveswhile appropriately managing risk. They are looking to hire an expert Senior Employment Counsel – Americas who can lead the provisionoflegal support for the full range of employment law issues whichimpactthe Magnum Ice Cream Company’sbusiness across the Americas.
This is an exciting new role in which the successful candidate will be expected toestablishstrong relationships with Human Resources colleagues and support them across the full range of contentious and non-contentious work. The individual will be expected tooperatewith a high degree of autonomy and work with minimal supervision. The leader will alsohave the opportunity tohelp shape the future of thenewly formed globalEmployment Law team.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Lead employment law legal support across the Americas
- Partner with HR teams and other stakeholders to provide support for all contentious and non-contentious labor and employment lawwork;
- Work with the ER team to provide advice on employee relations matters, including issues related to tradeunions;
- Provideexpert advice and input in relation to global projects, policies, and otherinitiatives;
- Support the Business Integrity team in relation to employment-related investigations and other complianceissues;
- Be accountable for the engagement and use of outside counsel across the region, inclusive of managing abudget;
- Proactivelyidentify, address, and manage legal risk issues related to employmentlaw;
- Keep up to date on employment law developments and provide thought leadership as to the impact onthe Magnum Ice CreamCompany;
- Conduct training and buildknow-howasfor both HR and non-HR colleagues.
WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED:
Skills, Experiences & Qualifications:
- JD from an accredited law school and admission to the bar in at least one USstate;
- 8-10 years of relevant experience in a corporate legal department and/or law firmwith inhouse experience preferred.
- Current member in good standing of the New Jersey bar or ability to register as in-house counsel
- Significant experienceadvisingorganizations on employment law issues across theAmericas;
- Deep experience advising in relation to the full range of employment issues, including trade union and other collective issues, on a cross-borderbasis;
- Experience working in a complex multinational organization, either directly or on a secondmentbasis;
- Demonstrable experience drivingchange;
- Ability tooperateand exercise judgementindependently;
- Ability to influence and manage multiple internal and externalstakeholders;
- Ability to deliver through others and with limitedresources;
- Ability to engage in technical topics and communicate them in a clear and easy-to-understandmanner;
- Experience preparing executive briefings andpresentations;
- Ability to translate global strategieslocally;
- Comfort with uncertainty; ability to exercise judgement in a fast-movingenvironment;
- Fluency in English with someproficiencyin Spanish an advantage.
Leadership:
- You are energized by delivering fantastic results. You are an example to others – both your results and your resilience. You are constantly on the lookout for better ways to do things, engaging and collaborating with others along the way.
- You are humble and have your head up, looking around to interpret evidence and data smartly, spot issues and opportunities to make things better.
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT:
- A unique mix of global scale & start-up spirit—€7.9bn powerhouse with an agile, entrepreneurial mindset.We’rebuilding a new high growth Ice Cream company from the ground up.
- Career without limits—42 markets, international opportunities, andfast trackedgrowth.
- A performance-driven culture—Freedom to act, disrupt and grow – your success is measured by impact.
- A company that celebrates joy, innovation, and purpose—We create extraordinary careers, just like our ice cream creates extraordinary moments.
Pay: The pay range for this position is $146,240to$212,520.TMICCtakes into consideration a wide range of factors that areutilizedin making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, qualifications and education, and other business and organizational needs.
Bonus: This position is bonus eligible.
Long-Term Incentive (LTI): This position is LTI eligible.
Benefits:TMICCemployees are eligible to participate in our benefits plan.Should the employee choose to participate, they can choose from a range of benefits to include, but is not limited to, health insurance (including prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage), retirement savings benefits, life insurance and disability benefits, parental leave, sick leave, paid vacation and holidays, as well as access to numerous voluntary benefits. Anycoveragesfor health insurance and retirement benefits will bein accordance withthe terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.
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ABOUT THE MAGNUM ICE CREAM COMPANY:
With 19.000 expert ice cream colleagues and iconic brands like Wall’s, Cornetto and Ben & Jerry’s, loved in 76 countries, we are the world’s largest Ice Cream company leading the industry We have been taking pleasure seriously for more than 100 years, serving happiness with every lick or scoop of ice cream for generations.
The Magnum Ice Cream Company (formerly part of Unilever) is all about growth. Growing our business. Growing our customers’ businesses. Growing our people’s careers. Growth begins with empowerment. So we free our people to be innovative, responsible entrepreneurs, driven and equipped to give our consumers more amazing products and unforgettable moments – and having fun doing it. Here’s what defines success in our organization :
· We are all about growth
· We operate with speed and simplicity
· We win together with fun
· We boldly innovate to disrupt our industry
· We care and challenge
· We are experts in the Ice Cream Category
ARE YOU EXCITED TO CRAFT THE ICE CREAM FUTURE?
Please apply online and do not forget to upload your CV. Your application will be reviewed against the requirements, and we will be in touch shortly after the closing date, with an update on the status of your application.
The Magnum Ice Cream Company is an organization committed to diversity and inclusion to drive our business results and create a better future every day for our diverse employees, global consumers, partners, and communities. We believe a diverse workforce allows us to match our growth ambitions and drive inclusion across the business. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal law and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
For more information about your Federal rights, please see Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination isIllegal and Pay Transparency Non discrimination Provision.Employment is subject to verification of pre-screening tests, which may include drug screening, background check, credit check and DMV check.If you are an individual with a disability in need of assistance at any time during our recruitment process, please contact your recruiter. Please note: This email is reserved for individuals with disabilities in need of assistance and is not a means of inquiry about positions or application statuses. The Protected Veterans or Individuals with Disabilities AAP narratives are available for inspection by any employee or applicant for employment Monday through Friday during normal business hours at establishment.
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