Director Associate Director Employment Law APAC
Director Associate Director Employment Law APAC
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Job Title: Director / Associate Director Employment Law APAC
Job Location: Bengaluru Karnataka India
Job Location Type: Hybrid
Job Contract Type: Fulltime
Job Seniority Level: Director
As a leading global contract research organization (CRO) with a passion for scientific rigor and decades of clinical development experience Fortrea provides pharmaceutical biotechnology and medical device customers a wide range of clinical development patient access and technology solutions across more than 20 therapeutic areas. Conducting operations in 100 countries Fortrea is transforming drug and device development for partners and patients across the globe.
Director / Associate Director Employment Law provides employment legal support and counseling for Fortrea and their business leaders. As the APAC Senior Employment Counsel you will be responsible for providing advice and counsel on a wide variety of employment law issues for operations located in India as well as Australia China Hong Kong Japan Malaysia New Zealand Philippines Singapore South Korea Taiwan and other Asia Pacific operations. This role works closely with the VP Employment Law to provide daytoday advice and subject matter expertise across the full range of employee relations and other labor and employment matters. Summary of Responsibilities: Providing legal advice and support to Human Resources department (HR) and other stakeholders in relation to a broad range of employee related issues such as recruitment background screening benefits employee conduct and terminations. Reviewing and drafting employment related documentation such as employment contracts termination agreements employee policies and training materials. Advising in relation to employee relations matters including investigations conduct issues and disciplinary matters. Providing legal advice with respect to potential litigation and legal risks coordinating and managing litigation matters. Advising HR and other stakeholders and as appropriate engaging external counsel; thereafter coordinating external counsel advice. Providing training to HR and other business areas as required. Qualifications (Minimum Required): Education level: Juris Doctor degree or equivalent Sound knowledge of India employment law is essential and experience with employment law oversight for jurisdictions located in Asia Pacific region is preferred. Experience in advising on complex employment related disputes and issues. Excellent written and verbal communications skills. Excellent drafting and legal interpretation skills. Sound analytical skills to review matters and identify key legal issues. Effective time management and organizations skills. Must be proactive be able to work independently and possess the initiative to drive projects and matters to resolution. Dedication to fostering an inclusive culture and value diverse perspectives. Experience (Minimum Required): Lawyer with 10 years post qualification experience either with a reputed law firm or as an inhouse employment lawyer. Experience effectively liaising with outside counsel across jurisdictional time zones Industry experience or knowledge of clinical development strongly preferred Comfortable using MS office tools and Teams Physical Demands / Work Environment: The position will be located in Bangalore; however we offer flexible scheduling and remote working alternatives within the role’s jurisdiction.
Fortrea is actively seeking motivated problemsolvers and creative thinkers who share our passion for overcoming barriers in clinical trials. Our unwavering commitment is to revolutionize the development process ensuring the swift delivery of lifechanging ideas and therapies to patients in need. Join our exceptional team and embrace a collaborative workspace where personal growth is nurtured enabling you to make a meaningful global impact. For more information about Fortrea visit
Fortrea Is Proud To Be An Equal Opportunity Employer
As an EOE/AA employer Fortrea strives for diversity and inclusion in the workforce and does not tolerate harassment or discrimination of any kind. We make employment decisions based on the needs of our business and the qualifications of the individual and do not discriminate based upon race religion color national origin gender (including pregnancy or other medical conditions/needs) family or parental status marital civil union or domestic partnership status sexual orientation gender identity gender expression personal appearance age veteran status disability genetic information or any other legally protected characteristic. We encourage all to apply.
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Director / Associate Director Employment Law provides employment legal support and counseling for Fortrea and their business leaders. As the APAC Senior Employment Counsel you will be responsible for providing advice and counsel on a wide variety of employment law issues for operations located in India as well as Australia China Hong Kong Japan Malaysia New Zealand Philippines Singapore South Korea Taiwan and other Asia Pacific operations. This role works closely with the VP Employment Law to provide daytoday advice and subject matter expertise across the full range of employee relations and other labor and employment matters. Summary of Responsibilities: Providing legal advice and support to Human Resources department (HR) and other stakeholders in relation to a broad range of employee related issues such as recruitment background screening benefits employee conduct and terminations. Reviewing and drafting employment related documentation such as employment contracts termination agreements employee policies and training materials. Advising in relation to employee relations matters including investigations conduct issues and disciplinary matters. Providing legal advice with respect to potential litigation and legal risks coordinating and managing litigation matters. Advising HR and other stakeholders and as appropriate engaging external counsel; thereafter coordinating external counsel advice. Providing training to HR and other business areas as required. Qualifications (Minimum Required): Education level: Juris Doctor degree or equivalent Sound knowledge of India employment law is essential and experience with employment law oversight for jurisdictions located in Asia Pacific region is preferred. Experience in advising on complex employment related disputes and issues. Excellent written and verbal communications skills. Excellent drafting and legal interpretation skills. Sound analytical skills to review matters and identify key legal issues. Effective time management and organizations skills. Must be proactive be able to work independently and possess the initiative to drive projects and matters to resolution. Dedication to fostering an inclusive culture and value diverse perspectives. Experience (Minimum Required): Lawyer with 10 years post qualification experience either with a reputed law firm or as an inhouse employment lawyer. Experience effectively liaising with outside counsel across jurisdictional time zones Industry experience or knowledge of clinical development strongly preferred Comfortable using MS office tools and Teams Physical Demands / Work Environment: The position will be located in Bangalore; however we offer flexible scheduling and remote working alternatives within the role’s jurisdiction.
Fortrea is actively seeking motivated problemsolvers and creative thinkers who share our passion for overcoming barriers in clinical trials. Our unwavering commitment is to revolutionize the development process ensuring the swift delivery of lifechanging ideas and therapies to patients in need. Join our exceptional team and embrace a collaborative workspace where personal growth is nurtured enabling you to make a meaningful global impact. For more information about Fortrea visit
Fortrea Is Proud To Be An Equal Opportunity Employer
As an EOE/AA employer Fortrea strives for diversity and inclusion in the workforce and does not tolerate harassment or discrimination of any kind. We make employment decisions based on the needs of our business and the qualifications of the individual and do not discriminate based upon race religion color national origin gender (including pregnancy or other medical conditions/needs) family or parental status marital civil union or domestic partnership status sexual orientation gender identity gender expression personal appearance age veteran status disability genetic information or any other legally protected characteristic. We encourage all to apply.
For more information about how we collect and store your personal data please see our Privacy Statement.
If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete your job application preemployment testing job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process please contact: . Please note that this email address is only for job seekers requesting an accommodation. Please do not use this email to check the status of your application.
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