HR Legal & Employee Relations Manager - Italy
HR Legal & Employee Relations Manager - Italy
Milan, Italy, IT
Come and work with us.
We are looking for a HR Legal & Employee Relations Manager to be is responsible for ensuring legal compliance across all employment-related matters while providing expert guidance on labor law, employee relations, and risk management. This role serves as a key advisor to leadership and HR teams, ensuring alignment between Italian labor legislation and Foundever’s global HR policies.
Your daily responsibilities will include:
Employment Law & Compliance
- Ensure full compliance with Italian labor legislation, collective bargaining agreements, and regulatory requirements.
- Monitor changes in employment law and proactively advise leadership and HR stakeholders on potential impacts and required actions.
- Support the development, review, and implementation of HR policies, procedures, and employment documentation in line with legal requirements.
Employee Relations & Case Management
- Lead and manage complex employee relations cases, including disciplinary actions, grievances, investigations, and terminations.
- Provide expert guidance on performance management processes to ensure legal soundness and consistency.
- Act as a subject matter expert for sensitive cases, ensuring fair treatment and risk mitigation.
Advisory & Stakeholder Partnership
- Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leaders, HR Business Partners, and operational teams on labor law and employee relations matters.
- Support negotiations with works councils, unions, or employee representatives when applicable.
- Liaise with external legal counsel, labor authorities, and regulatory bodies as required.
Risk Management & Governance
- Identify employment-related legal risks and propose mitigation strategies.
- Support audits, inspections, and internal reviews related to labor compliance.
- Ensure accurate documentation and record-keeping to support legal defensibility.
Training & Knowledge Sharing
- Deliver training and guidance to managers and HR teams on labor law, employee relations, and best practices.
- Promote consistent and compliant application of HR policies across the organization.
To succeed in the role, you will need to have:
- Native or proficient level of Italian
- Advanced level of English
- Exceptional verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills • Strong analytical and risk-assessment capabilities.
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
- High attention to detail and strong documentation skills.
- Ability to balance legal rigor with business and employee needs.
- High ethical standards, discretion, and professionalism.
Education and Experience:
- Degree in Law (mandatory); specialization in Labor or Employment Law is highly preferred.
- Minimum of 5–8 years of experience in employment law, HR legal advisory, or employee relations roles.
- Strong, practical knowledge of Italian labor legislation and employment practices.
- Experience working in a multinational or matrixed organization is an advantage.
- BPO experience preferred
Other:
- Availability to work Hybrid / On-site, depending on business needs
Benefits.
- Competitive wages
- Paid professional training
- Employee discounts
- Private healthcare & dental insurance (after six months of employment)
- Growth opportunities through various development programs
- Fun and engaging company-wide initiatives, including our EverBetter wellness program
- Job stability
- Life-long skills and experience
- Excellent work culture
Go further with Foundever®
We believe in memorable associate experiences. Here, you can improve your quality of life and grow your career.
Apply today!
Job Segment:
Employee Relations, HR, BPO, HR Manager, Risk Management, Human Resources, Operations, Finance