Employment Lawyer – Global Employment and Labor Laws Expert

Telx Pharmaceuticals is a dynamic organization with offices worldwide. Our mission is to provide precision medicine through targeted radiation.

The Director, Workplace Relations is responsible for providing expert guidance and legal counsel on employment matters globally.

This role involves leading internal investigations, managing disputes and litigation, providing legal input into employment agreements, and overseeing workplace relations policies.

Key Accountabilities:

• Employment & Labor Law Advisory:
  • Provide expert legal advice on recruitment, performance, terminations, restructures, remuneration, benefits, restricted covenants, accommodations, employee relations, and industrial matters.
  • Design and provide training on employment law related topics to stakeholders in the business.
  • Support business development by advising on labor and employment issues in corporate transactions.
  • Monitor and interpret developments in employment law globally, identifying relevant risks and opportunities.
• Investigations & Whistleblower Matters:
  • Lead or oversee workplace investigations into allegations of misconduct including bullying, harassment, discrimination, code of conduct and other corporate policy requirements.
  • Ensure investigations are legally robust, procedurally fair, and conducted with integrity and confidentiality.
  • Maintain investigation records and reporting processes, ensuring confidentiality, defensibility, and compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
• Employment Litigation & Dispute Management:
  • Manage employment-related claims, litigation, arbitration, and regulatory engagement across jurisdictions.
  • Lead or support the response to claims including unfair dismissal, discrimination, or breach of contract matters.
  • Liaise with external counsel and internal stakeholders to ensure appropriate representation and risk mitigation.
• Employment Documentation, Remuneration & Equity Advice:
  • Review and advise on terms and clauses for employment contracts, and other agreements, including bespoke arrangements.
  • Provide legal input into remuneration structures, incentive plans, equity arrangements, NED remuneration, and employee documentation to ensure compliance with employment and securities laws.
• Governance of Policies, Frameworks & Risk:
  • Maintain and evolve global workplace policies and governance frameworks, ensuring alignment with legal requirements and company values.
  • Support the development and delivery of training and capability-building initiatives on employment law, workplace behavior, and compliance.

Education And Experience:

• Law Degree or JD equivalent, entitled to provide legal advice and practice in-house in relevant country.
• 7+ years of progressive employment law experience in private practice or in a corporate law environment.
• Experience managing labor and employment litigation and pre-litigation matters.
• Strong internal investigation experience, including conducting privileged investigations and drafting defensible reports.
• Proven ability to successfully counsel business leaders including People & Culture professionals and senior executives.
• Experience in managing external counsel and investigator partners for cost-effective and pragmatic outcomes.
• Working knowledge of global employment laws in US, Canada, UK, EU (particularly Belgium, Switzerland and France), Australia and Japan.
• Superior written and verbal communication skills, attention to detail, and business-oriented judgment.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities across jurisdictions in a fast-paced, international workplace environment.

Benefits:

• Competitive salaries.
• Annual performance-based bonuses.
• Equity-based incentive program.
• Generous vacation and paid wellness days.
• Support for learning and development.

Other Information:

Telx is an equal opportunity employer that evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.