Legal Counsel International Labour Law

Reference Number:  2324
Contract Type:  Regular
Working Time:  Part-Time

Hannover Re - with around 3,900 employees at locations all over the world. Our strength? Connecting Power: We rely on each other. As a reinsurer, we protect customers in the event of a claim. This requires customised, innovative solutions. Solutions that worked yesterday may be outdated tomorrow. We challenge ourselves and continuously optimise our services, advice and products. All this makes us one of the leading and most profitable reinsurance groups in the world and a reliable employer.

Let's connect: If you want to experience how things are done in the Global Human Resources - GHR Rewards, Mobility, Reporting team at our headquarters in Hannover / Germany, join us on a permanent part-time basis (25 - 30 HPW), commencing at the earliest possible date as a Legal Counsel International Labour Law

You can look forward to

  • Drafting international employment and secondment contracts, including for our top management abroad
  • Organising international compensation & benefits packages, taking into account the local requirements of the Federal Insurance Supervision Authorities
  • Support for fit & proper assessments of key position holders
  • Formulation of policies (e.g. on the topic of global compensation)
  • Supporting the Group companies with cross-location HR, compliance and regulatory issues
  • Independent formulation of the HR chapter in the sustainability report (ESG report)

You come equipped with

  • University degree: law degree like Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) or Master of Laws (LL.M) with a focus on business or employment law or any other comparable qualification
  • Several years of professional experience in international labour law/ human resources, e.g. as HR Business Partner, Labour Law/ Employment Law Counsel or in the area of Global Mobility
  • Very good knowledge of labour law 
  • Proven experience in the formulation and implementation of HR policies and guidelines
  • Business fluent in English and German, as well as strong communication skills
  • An eye for detail, an international mindset, humour and curiosity

Don't meet all the requirements? No problem, we look forward to receiving your application!

 

We offer you

  • Flexibility: A hybrid work model with flexible working hours and 30 days of annual leave
  • Work Abroad: Up to 20 days a year within the EU Member States, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway and Switzerland
  • Financial Benefits: Company pension scheme, employee shares at favourable conditions, vacation and Christmas allowances as well as financial participation in the company's success 
  • Worry-free Relocation: Wrap-around (financial) support for your accommodation search and relocation to Hannover 
  • Lifelong Learning: Innovative programme of further training, including e-learning, specialist seminars, soft skills training, language courses, opportunities for work shadowing in other departments
  • Healthy Work Environment: Cooperation with the fitness studio Daily Fitness (also for family members), ergonomic workstations, outstanding canteen with rich selection of regional dishes ranging from vegan to hearty made with organic ingredients 
  • Corporate Benefits: Discounts on products and services from well-known vendors (including travel, fashion and technology)
  • Individual Family Support: Company daycare facility and free, anonymous external counselling on personal, professional and psychological matters
  • Mobility: Ease of mobility with a free pass on local public transport (Deutschlandticket) and bicycle leasing (JobRad), free parking and electric charging stations for cars and bikes
  • Connecting Power: Together we enjoy parties, team events and internal networking activities

 

We are #somewhatdifferent – people with their own stories, experiences, and career paths. Everyone is welcome! Apply with just one click on the „Apply now“-button and become part of our diverse team! We'd love to hear about your skills and experiences. No need to upload a photo – it won't impact your application.

 

More on our work environment, your entry opportunities and development prospects can be found at www.hannover-re.com/en/career.

 

Engel Schiemann | Hannover Re | personnel@hannover-re.com