13d 9h ago
Senior Counsel
Roku·General Legal · Technology
🏢Hybrid
|Cambridge, United Kingdomoffice365
Senior Counsel
Roku | General Legal | Technology
Hybrid
Full Time
United Kingdom, Cambridge
Position:
Senior Counsel, Business & Legal Affairs, Employment
Company:
Roku
Location:
United Kingdom, Cambridge
Employment type:
Not specified
Work Arrangement:
Hybrid working environment; generally in-office Monday through Thursday, flexible remote work on Fridays.
Short Summary:
Roku is seeking a Senior Counsel, Employment and Labor to provide strategic guidance on employment, labor, benefits, and related matters across the UK, EMEA, and global operations. The role involves partnering with various teams to translate legal requirements into actionable advice, drafting agreements, managing claims, and ensuring compliance with evolving legislation.
Responsibilities:
- Advise on employment matters including hiring, performance management, grievances, and compliance.
- Counsel on agency worker engagement, reasonable accommodations, and employee privacy.
- Develop and maintain a global employment and labor framework, including policies and procedures.
- Research and monitor employment legislation, implementing compliance strategies.
- Review and advise on contractual agreements with third-party service providers.
- Draft and negotiate employment agreements and other documentation.
- Manage employment-related claims and litigation globally.
- Assist with employee training programs and additional legal projects as needed.
Requirement:
- Qualified legal professional with 6+ years of post-qualification experience in employment and labor matters.
- Deep knowledge of UK employment laws; exposure to EMEA jurisdictions preferred.
- Prior in-house legal experience strongly preferred.
- Experience in technology, entertainment, or content production industries preferred.
- Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
- Excellent communication skills and proactive approach to process improvements.
Benefits:
- Comprehensive benefits including mental health and financial wellness support.
- Local benefits may include healthcare, life, accident, disability, and retirement options.
- Support for taking time off in accordance with local leave policies.
Senior Counsel, Business & Legal Affairs, Employment
Company:
Roku
Location:
United Kingdom, Cambridge
Employment type:
Not specified
Work Arrangement:
Hybrid working environment; generally in-office Monday through Thursday, flexible remote work on Fridays.
Short Summary:
Roku is seeking a Senior Counsel, Employment and Labor to provide strategic guidance on employment, labor, benefits, and related matters across the UK, EMEA, and global operations. The role involves partnering with various teams to translate legal requirements into actionable advice, drafting agreements, managing claims, and ensuring compliance with evolving legislation.
Responsibilities:
- Advise on employment matters including hiring, performance management, grievances, and compliance.
- Counsel on agency worker engagement, reasonable accommodations, and employee privacy.
- Develop and maintain a global employment and labor framework, including policies and procedures.
- Research and monitor employment legislation, implementing compliance strategies.
- Review and advise on contractual agreements with third-party service providers.
- Draft and negotiate employment agreements and other documentation.
- Manage employment-related claims and litigation globally.
- Assist with employee training programs and additional legal projects as needed.
Requirement:
- Qualified legal professional with 6+ years of post-qualification experience in employment and labor matters.
- Deep knowledge of UK employment laws; exposure to EMEA jurisdictions preferred.
- Prior in-house legal experience strongly preferred.
- Experience in technology, entertainment, or content production industries preferred.
- Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
- Excellent communication skills and proactive approach to process improvements.
Benefits:
- Comprehensive benefits including mental health and financial wellness support.
- Local benefits may include healthcare, life, accident, disability, and retirement options.
- Support for taking time off in accordance with local leave policies.
Required Skills
office365
Required Languages
🇬🇧 English
Key competency: General Legal