About The Job
* The Labour Law Counsel will work directly with the Senior Labour Law Counsel to provide labour-related legal assistance in daily operations to the Human Resources Department and other business areas as required.
Your Main Activities Are
* Provide legal support to the Human Resources team regarding Portuguese Labour Law matters.
* Review and draft labour contracts and all legal documents used by the Human Resources Department.
* Prepare, review, and update internal regulations and policies as needed.
* Provide legal opinions, studies, reports, and correspondence as required.
* Participate in meetings with Employees Workers’ Councils (“Comissão de Trabalhadores”) and Banking Trade Unions.
* Assist Human Resources Business Partners in individual meetings with employees when necessary.
* Analyze claims and grievances, and prepare all necessary legal documentation for disciplinary actions related to employee misconduct.
Profile And Skills To Success
* Law Degree from a Portuguese university.
* Admission to the Portuguese Bar Association.
* 4 to 7 years of experience in Portuguese Labour Law.
* Knowledge of data protection law.
* Experience advising on Labour Law issues, including litigation.
* Strong interpersonal skills for effective collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.
* Excellent written and oral communication skills.
* Fluency in English.
* Ability to achieve results amid conflicting interests.
* Teamwork skills.
* Solve problems and make decisions effectively, with a focus on results and high performance.
* Strong work ethics, confidentiality, and a collaborative approach aligned with Human Resources values.
* Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Why joining BNP Paribas?
* Leading banking institution with a strong international presence.
BNP Paribas is the European Union’s leading bank, operating in 63 countries with nearly 183,000 employees, including over 146,000 in Europe.
* Our presence in Portugal
Since 1985, BNP Paribas has employed over 8,700 people across 10 business entities and 11 centres providing value-added services in Portugal.
* International reach
With its global presence and collaborative approach, BNP Paribas supports clients with comprehensive financial solutions. It operates through three core divisions: Retail Banking, Investment & Protection Services, and Corporate & Institutional Banking.
* Diversity and Inclusion
BNP Paribas is committed to equal opportunity employment, fostering diversity and inclusion to enhance creativity and performance.
* Work/Life Balance and Remote Working
The bank promotes a culture of balance and offers flexible, trust-based remote working arrangements, including equipment allowances and partnerships for purchasing additional equipment.
For more information, visit https://bnpp.lk/why-BNP-Paribas-Portugal.
* Please note that only applications submitted in English will be considered.
* Further documentation will be requested if selected for this role.
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