Employment Counsel / Senior Employment Counsel - EMEA Employment Law

Role Overview

Join TikTok's rapidly expanding Global Legal team, which supports cutting-edge products and services worldwide. We seek a skilled employment lawyer to strengthen our EMEA Employment Law group, partnering closely with Human Resources and business units to provide strategic guidance and manage employment-related legal matters across the region. This role is based in Dublin.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as a trusted legal advisor to HR and business teams across Ireland, the UK, and the broader EMEA area, guiding employment strategies, policies, and operational practices.
• Provide in-depth counsel on all stages of the employment lifecycle including hiring, global employee mobility, internal investigations, terminations, and dispute resolution.
• Collaborate with colleagues in the global legal function to deliver cohesive strategic advice for regional and international initiatives.
• Support the company's growth objectives by offering risk-sensitive legal solutions and fostering strong business partnerships.
• Work jointly with HR to develop, review, and implement employment policies, agreements, and procedures ensuring compliance with relevant laws.
• Develop and conduct internal trainings on various employment law topics for employees and stakeholders.

Candidate Qualifications

• Qualified to practice law in Ireland or the UK with a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience.
• Extensive background in employment law, gained either through reputable private practice firms or in-house roles.
• Proficient in managing cross-border employment law challenges across different jurisdictions, including collective labor rights matters such as trade unions and works councils.
• Experience providing advice relating to GDPR and collaborating with data privacy teams.
• Exemplary judgment and ethics, strong interpersonal and communication skills, including clear and concise legal writing.
• Collaborative team player capable of partnering effectively with global legal and business teams.
• Ability to handle diverse tasks and prioritize responsibilities efficiently.

Preferred Experience

• Previous exposure to technology firms or rapidly growing startups.
• Experience within large multinational corporate environments.
• Knowledge in related fields such as data privacy, immigration, occupational health and safety, and pension matters.

About TikTok

TikTok serves as the leading platform for short-form mobile video content globally, with its mission grounded in inspiring creativity and bringing joy. Headquartered in Los Angeles and Singapore, the company maintains offices in key cities including Dublin, London, Paris, Berlin, and others.

Why Work With Us

We are driven by an inclusive culture encouraging innovation, teamwork, and continuous learning in a fast-paced environment. Our diverse community values unique perspectives and we embrace challenges with resilience and an "Always Day 1" mindset, aiming to unleash meaningful impact for users worldwide.

Diversity & Inclusion

TikTok is dedicated to fostering an inclusive workspace that celebrates diverse skills and backgrounds. Our commitment to reflecting the global community we serve is integral to our mission to inspire creativity and joy.