EXPERIENCED LABOUR & EMPLOYMENT LAW COUNSEL - 3+ YEARS OF PQE - COMPETITIVE REMUNERATION - COURBEVOIE (FRANCE)
Type de Structure : Entreprise privée
Nombre d'employés ou de collaborateurs : + 1000
Présentation de l'entreprise :
Established in 1995, BYD is a top high-tech enterprise in China specializing in IT, automobile, and new energy.BYD is the largest supplier of rechargeable batteries in the globe, and has the largest market share for Nickel-cadmium batteries, handset Li-ion batteries, cell-phone chargers and keypads worldwide. It also has the second largest market share for cell-phone shells in the globe.
BYD Auto becomes the most innovative independent national auto brand and leads the field of electric vehicles with unique technologies. In the field of new energy, BYD has developed green products such as solar farm, battery energy storage station, electric vehicle, and LED, etc. It will continue to lead the new energy revolution in the world!
Site Internet https://www.byd.com/fr
Critères de l'offre
Île-de-France - COURBEVOIE
Type de contrat : CDI
Métier : Juriste
Domaine(s) d'activité : Droit social, Généraliste
Temps de travail : Temps Plein
Salaire : -
Date d'entrée en fonction : Immédiate
Profil du candidat
Expérience (Requis ): 3 ans
Formation (Requis) : BAC +5 (Master 2)
Type de Formation : CAPA
Compétences (Requis) : Droit social
Langues (Requis): Anglais
Descriptif de l'offre
Required Skills, Qualifications and Experience
Education
• Master's degree (M2) in Labour Law, Employment Law or HR Law — French or equivalent European qualification
• DJCE, bar qualification (CAPA) or equivalent specialisation is a plus
Work Experience
• Minimum 3 years of experience in employment/labour law, gained in-house (legal or HR department) and/or at a specialised law firm
• Experience in a multi-site or international context is an asset...
Technical Skills — Mandatory
• In-depth command of the French Labour Code (Code du travail), Social Security law and applicable collective bargaining agreements (CCN)
• Proven experience handling Labour Tribunal proceedings (Conseil de prud'hommes)
• Sound knowledge of employee representative body (IRP) consultation procedures
• Proficiency in legal research databases (Legifrance, Dalloz, Lexis 360, Navis Social)
• Good command of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
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About BYD France
BYD France is the French National Sales Company of BYD BV Europe and BYD Company Ltd, a China-based company and a leading global supplier of green energy technologies. BYD France offers a range of electric vehicles, including all-electric cars, buses & forklifts. BYD is expanding its operations in France to support a growing portfolio of New Electric Vehicle Passenger car and LCVs projects.
About the Department:
To strengthen our HR and Legal teams in France, we are looking for an experienced Labour & Employment Law Counsel. Ideally, you bring solid expertise in French employment law, gained within the retail, automotive, or another fast‑paced and dynamic environment.
For BYD France , we are looking for a new colleague with enthusiasm for numbers and invoicing. You have a structured and accurate way of working. In addition, you fit in a dynamic environment and you have a solution-oriented attitude. As Finance Assistant you will work in a team with Finance Manager and Finance Specialist . You will have a chance to broaden your accounting knowledge and be a part of fast growing company.
1. Legal Advisory & Employment Law Expertise
• Advise and support HR teams, line managers and senior leadership on all employment law matters (contracts, disciplinary proceedings, terminations, working-time arrangements, etc.)
• Draft clear and actionable legal opinions, briefing notes and recommendations
• Analyse and interpret new legislative, regulatory and collective bargaining developments applicable to the company
2. Individual Labour Law Management
• Draft, negotiate and manage all employment contracts and amendments (open-ended, fixed-term, part-time, apprenticeship, internal mobility)
• Lead disciplinary procedures and contract termination processes (dismissals, mutual termination agreements, settlement agreements), ensuring full legal compliance
• Handle fitness-for-work proceedings in coordination with occupational health
• Support employees and managers on sick leave, workplace accidents and occupational disease matters
3. Collective Labour Relations
• Prepare, organise and legally secure meetings with employee representative bodies (Works Council / CSE, CSSCT)
• Negotiate and draft collective agreements (annual wage negotiations, remote work policy, profit-sharing, workforce planning / GEPP, etc.)
• Manage relations with trade unions and ensure compliance with information and consultation obligations
• Support restructuring or reorganisation projects requiring Works Council information/consultation
4. Employment Litigation Management
• Monitor and coordinate the defence of Labour Tribunal claims in liaison with external counsel
• Draft defence briefs and procedural documents
• Assess litigation risk and provide recommendations to minimise the company's exposure
• Lead URSSAF audit files and Labour Inspectorate proceedings
5. Compliance, Legal Watch & HR Policy
• Maintain an active legal watch and disseminate relevant updates to relevant teams
• Update internal policies, the staff handbook (reglement interieur), code of ethics and HR procedures
• Participate in social audits and drive corrective action plans
• Contribute to the design and implementation of the company's social policy
We Offer:
Competitive remuneration based on performance and experience.
Opportunities for department and company-wide team building events.
A chance to contribute to the transition towards zero-emission transportation and the decarbonization of the economy.
If you align with our mission and have the skills we need, apply to be our Finance Assistant in France today. Join us in our journey towards a sustainable future!