Employment Lawyer (EMEA and APAC)

About the role

NetApp is looking for an accomplished global employment lawyer based in Cork, covering EMEA and APAC. The role suits someone with at least 12 years of experience in employment law, including substantial in-house counsel exposure in the technology sector, advising multinational organisations on complex employment matters across Europe and Asia.

Key responsibilities

• Advise on global employment matters such as hiring, termination, workplace policies, investigations, leaves of absence, contingent labour and commissions.
• Resolve complex employment disputes, including litigation, arbitration and government agency investigations.
• Draft and review employment contracts, separation agreements, confidentiality agreements and other employment documents.
• Work with HR and business leaders to build and implement employment strategies, policies and programmes regionally and globally.
• Track emerging legal trends and regulatory changes affecting the technology industry and global workforce.
• Assess employment law risks and carry out due diligence for mergers, acquisitions and other corporate transactions.
• Work with external counsel and oversee legal budgets and resources where needed.

Required profile

• Minimum 12 years of professional legal experience focused on employment law, with demonstrable in-house counsel experience in the technology industry.
• Deep understanding of global employment law frameworks and cross-border compliance.
• Authorised to practice law in Ireland.
• Experience supporting multinational corporations and working with international legal teams across time zones.

Required skills

• Issue spotting, analytical, communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong business acumen and problem-solving ability.

The company describes a hybrid working environment, with in-office or in-person expectations shared during recruitment. Applications are submitted only through the company website; direct contact with employees or recruiters does not affect the process.