Burn International Labour Law Counsel Jobs in Kenya

Burn International Labour Law Counsel Jobs in Kenya

About the Role:

BURN is looking for an International Labour Law Counsel who will have the following duties and responsibilities:

Duties and Responsibilities:

Provide counsel to HR, local management, and supervisors on handling employee relations matters, including employee hiring, counseling, discipline, pay, and benefits issues.

Drafting Employment contracts for various markets in line with Burn’s policies and updating the same to ensure compliance with the Law and policies.

Partnering with the HR team to proactively develop HR Policies, processes, and initiatives that minimize legal risk and help create a positive workplace culture.

Prepares, directs, and conducts training programs on employee relations matters; e.g employment law updates, disciplinary matters, investigative techniques, and documentation preparation.

Lead or provide advice and mentorship on internal investigations. Recommends and helps implement appropriate actions.

Identifying and assessing labor law risks and mitigation measures

Remaining current on emergent labor and employment law developments in our different markets and advising on the impact on the Company and implementing any necessary changes.

Representing and advising the HR team and team leaders on employee relations matters, performance management, employee separations, redundancies, and unfair employment practices.

Skills and Experience:

Have 5+ years of experience practicing labor and employment law at a

multinational company or law firm.

Have or be a licensed lawyer to practice in any of the above markets.

Have working knowledge of Sub-Saharan Africa Labour and Employment Laws specifically Ghana, Nigeria, DRC, Mozambique, Kenya, and Tanzania.

Have strong organizational and problem-solving skills.

Excellent analytical, verbal, written, and interpersonal skills.

Proven experience conducting labor and employment-related investigations.

Experience with employee benefits and compensation plans.

Have experience managing outside counsel.

Proven experience in resolving international legal issues across borders and multi-jurisdictions.

A team player capable of working independently on multiple issues in a fast-paced environment, multicultural environment while maintaining an emphasis on the overall corporate mission, policies, and goals.

Bilingual (English and French or Portuguese preferred).

How to Apply

For more information and job application details, see; Burn International Labour Law Counsel Jobs in Kenya

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