Juriste Droit Social Expérimenté H/F

About the role

In the Human Resources Department of Forvis Mazars, specifically within the "Legal and Personnel Administration" team, you will act as a key partner for HR teams, managers, and the executive team on various labor law issues. This role is crucial in a demanding and ever-evolving environment where you will help ensure that the company's practices are secure while providing practical solutions tailored to operational challenges. Your expertise will be essential in navigating complex legal landscapes and fostering a culture of compliance and best practices within the organization.

Key facts

What you'll do

• Provide expert legal advice and support to HR teams and managers on both individual and collective labor law matters, including employee relations, disciplinary procedures, contract terminations, and sensitive situation management.
• Manage complex and high-stakes cases by delivering secure legal analyses while considering operational constraints and human factors.
• Actively participate in social relations by assisting in the preparation of regular and ad-hoc consultations with employee representative bodies and in the negotiation of collective agreements.
• Draft and secure all legal and social documentation, including collective agreements, legal notes, internal policies, correspondence, and other HR-related documents.
• Lead awareness and training sessions for HR teams and managers to disseminate best practices and strengthen the legal culture within the organization.
• Conduct proactive social and regulatory monitoring, analyzing the impacts of legislative, jurisprudential, and conventional changes, and support their implementation within the organization.
• Contribute to strategic HR and transformation projects by providing your legal expertise on process, tool, and practice evolution within the company.
• Collaborate with various stakeholders to ensure that legal considerations are integrated into business decision-making processes.
• Foster a collaborative environment by building trust-based relationships with colleagues across different levels of responsibility.
• Stay informed about industry trends and changes in labor law to ensure that the organization remains compliant and competitive.

Requirements

• A Master's degree in labor law or a related field is essential.
• A minimum of 4 to 5 years of experience in a legal department, human resources department, law firm, or consulting environment is required.
• Strong knowledge of both individual and collective labor law, with the ability to work independently on a variety of issues, including complex or sensitive situations.
• Demonstrated legal rigor and the ability to adopt a pragmatic, solution-oriented approach to challenges.
• Comfortable advising stakeholders at various levels of responsibility, with a focus on operational realities.
• Exceptional analytical skills, discernment, and interpersonal intelligence to navigate high-stakes situations effectively.
• Excellent written communication skills, with the ability to simplify complex legal topics and provide clear, impactful support to teams.
• A proactive, curious, and engaged mindset, with a desire to contribute actively to the security and transformation of HR practices in a dynamic firm.

Nice to have

• Experience in a large international organization or consulting firm.
• Familiarity with project management methodologies.
• Additional certifications in HR or labor law.
• Fluency in English or other languages besides French.
• Previous experience in training or coaching roles within HR.

Skills & tools

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Familiarity with HR management software and legal research tools.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Effective presentation and public speaking skills.

Practical notes

• We offer an attractive benefits package that includes an Employee Savings Plan with significant annual bonuses for profit-sharing and participation.
• Enjoy 8 weeks of vacation per year.
• Flexible telework policy allowing for 1 to 2 days of telecommuting each week, with client travel remaining a priority.
• Numerous initiatives to promote work-life balance, including parental leave and solidarity leave.
• A comfortable and appealing working environment at our Levallois campus, just a 5-minute walk from the metro, featuring a gym, green spaces, rooftop terraces, dining options, and concierge services.
• Access to a Works Council that offers various activities in sports, cinema, arts, culture, and year-end gifts.
• A customizable health insurance plan to suit your needs.
• Opportunities to participate in sports associations, including running, soccer, basketball, golf, tennis, and yoga.
• Provision of a laptop, dual monitors, and an iPhone for professional use.
• An American Express card for business expenses.

Forvis Mazars is an international group specializing in audit, tax, and consulting services. With over 40,000 employees across more than a hundred countries, we rank among the top ten global firms. We take our work seriously, but we do not take ourselves too seriously. Joining our team means embracing your uniqueness and sharing your ideas in a collaborative work atmosphere that we encourage you to explore. If you are looking to build your own career path and enjoy entrepreneurial challenges, you are in the right place!