Senior Corporate Counsel, Employment Law, APAC

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 more than 90 countries, Fortrea is transforming drug and device development for partners and patients across the globe.

Senior Corporate Counsel 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 day-to-day 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 pro-active, 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 in-house 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 problem-solvers 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 life-changing 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 www.fortrea.com.

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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