- Role: Head of Employment Law
- Employment Type: Full-Time
- Location: Amsterdam, Netherlands
- Work Model: Hybrid
- Compensation: €140,000 – €190,000 per year + Executive Bonus & Equity/LTIP
About the Role:
Our client, a market-leading global online delivery platform, is seeking a seasoned Head of Employment Law to lead the central labor and employment legal function from Amsterdam. You will advise executive leadership and People/HR teams on strategic labor relations, collective bargaining, European labor legislation, restructuring, and employment litigation.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the global employment law strategy, advising on complex labor relations, worker classifications, and workforce restructurings.
- Partner closely with Chief People Officer and HR leaders on employment policies, compensation/benefits frameworks, and equity plans.
- Guide works council consultations, collective labor agreement (CLA) negotiations, and trade union relations across European markets.
- Oversee high-stakes employment litigation, dispute resolutions, and sensitive executive separations across jurisdictions.
- Monitor developments in EU labor law, platform worker directives, and cross-border mobility regulations to protect the business.
- Formulate global employment governance standards, disciplinary protocols, and anti-harassment/diversity policies.
- Manage external specialist labor counsel across multiple European countries ensuring cost efficiency and legal excellence.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- Master of Laws (LL.M.) or equivalent qualification in Dutch or European Labor Law with 10+ years of post-qualification experience.
- In-depth expertise in European employment law, works councils (WOR), collective bargaining, and international labor standards.
- Experience operating in high-growth technology, platform economy, logistics, or multi-jurisdictional retail businesses.
- Strong commercial acumen with a practical, solutions-driven approach to complex human capital challenges.
- Proven track record navigating sensitive investigations, restructuring programs, and board-level risk management.
- Outstanding communication, negotiation, and cross-cultural leadership skills.
- Fluency in English is required; Dutch or additional European languages are highly advantageous.
What the Role Offers:
Attractive executive compensation including competitive base, performance bonus, and long-term equity incentive.
Comprehensive healthcare insurance, generous pension contribution, and family benefits in Amsterdam.
Hybrid work setup offering autonomy and flexibility.
High-visibility role influencing the people and labor strategy of a major global platform.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Our client is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive culture where diversity of thought and experience is celebrated. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected status under applicable European and UK labor laws.
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