Senior Legal Counsel
Client: Sky
Location: Romford, United Kingdom
Job Reference: f83c8af5f71b
Posted: 14.02.2025
Expiry Date: 31.03.2025
Job Description:
Join Sky, Europe's leading media and entertainment brand, as a Senior Legal Counsel within the in-house HR Legal team. This role requires a motivated, collaborative, and commercially minded lawyer to support a variety of employment law issues, primarily in the UK and Ireland, with increasing international focus.
What you'll do:
* Provide clear, commercial, and practical advice on employment law issues.
* Support HR and the business in delivering Sky's ambitious transformation programme.
* Engage with senior leadership, providing timely and effective advice on key HR projects.
* Build effective relationships with HR and legal colleagues across the Sky Group.
* Coach and develop team members within the HR Legal team.
* Manage outside counsel to promote efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
What you'll bring:
Essential:
* Extensive experience in UK employment law.
* Experience managing large-scale restructuring projects.
* Ability to supervise tribunal claims.
Desirable:
* In-house experience.
* Exposure to Telecommunications, Media Technology, and/or Entertainment industries.
* Experience working with US stakeholders.
Skills:
* Commerciality: Ability to provide creative, practical solutions.
* Exceptional communication skills.
* Independent and proactive approach.
* Strong interpersonal skills.
* Growth mindset.
Team Overview:
Our Legal team is committed to providing high-quality business-focused legal expertise that keeps Sky competitive.
The Rewards:
* Sky Q for the TV you love.
* Exclusive rates for Sky Glass.
* A generous pension package.
* Private healthcare.
* Discounted mobile and broadband.
* A wide range of Sky VIP rewards.
How you'll work:
We offer a hybrid working approach for flexibility in how and where you work.
Your office base:
Osterley: Our campus is easily accessible and offers a variety of amenities.
Inclusion:
Sky is committed to diversity and encourages applications from all candidates.
Why wait?
Apply now to build an amazing career with us. We can't wait to hear from you.
Note: If your application is successful, a criminal record check will be required.
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