OVERVIEW:
The People & Places Employment Counsel is a role to work from our Singapore office in accordance with our Hybrid Schedule. The candidate should be someone licensed to practice law in Singapore, well-versed in labour and employment law in Singapore, willing to develop experience advising on labor and employment in Manila, Philippines quickly, willing to develop unique global in-house acumen and skills for a multicultural and global company. Prior experience practicing law or advising on labor and employment in Manila is a plus. The People & Places Employment Counsel will be primarily responsible for providing labour and employment advice specific to Sportradar’s offices in the Philippines and Singapore. Further, the People & Places Employment Counsel will report to the People & Places Vice President and support People & Places Vice President on global employment related training, projects, and initiatives to enable achievement of company objectives while protecting the legal interests of the company globally.
THE CHALLENGE:
- With particular focus in Philippines and Singapore labor and employment law:
- Counsel on a broad range of People (HR) programs, policies and practices specific to Philippines and/or Singapore, including performance management, talent acquisition, compensation and benefits, wage and hour, and workplace safety.
- Provide counsel to address compliance, employee issues, internal investigations, audits, pre-dispute conflicts, employment law claims, arbitrations and labour matters.
- Develop templates for and train People team on employment contracts, separation agreements and other employment documentation; draft and manage documentation for complex issues
- Support M&A activity on labor and employment, including employment due diligence and integration
- Support Group Counsel People & Places in defending, supervising and managing employment related claims and litigation, including managing outside counsel, responding to administrative charges, complaints, attorney's letters, settlement demands, discovery, and claims globally
- Lead and collaborate with cross-functional on projects
- Provide training to People team and leadership, as needed
YOUR PROFILE:
- Minimum of 3 years' experience practicing labor and employment law in either Philippines or Singapore is a must.
- Previous experience in employee relations issues and investigations is required.
- Juris Doctor or legal degree equivalent with active authorization to practice as an in-house attorney in at least Philippines or Singapore.
- Demonstrated knowledge of Philippines or Singapore employment laws and regulations and experience preparing responses to charges and complaints and investigating and addressing employment complaints.
- Ability to effectively and efficiently manage outside employment counsel.
- Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment and strong stakeholder management.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English is a must.
- Verbal and written communication skills in Filipino is a plus.
- Familiarity with compensation issues would be a plus.
- Experience practicing labor and employment law in Manila would be a plus.
At Sportradar, we celebrate our diverse group of hardworking employees. Sportradar is committed to ensuring equal access to its programs, facilities, and employment opportunities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. We encourage you to apply even if you only meet most of the requirements (but not 100% of the listed criteria) – we believe skills evolve over time. If you’re willing to learn and grow with us, we invite you to join our team!
