As our Labor Law Specialist, you will be the go-to expert on German employment law, ensuring our HR policies, employment contracts, and workplace practices are fully compliant with national regulations. You will play a key role in fostering constructive relationships with employee representatives and supporting strategic workforce decisions.

Your Role in Our Space Mission: Legal Compliance & Advisory

• Advise HR and leadership on all aspects of labor law with the focus on German labor law, Norwegian, Swedish and U.S. knowledge is definitely a plus.

• Ensure compliance with statutory regulations, collective bargaining agreements, and internal policies.

• Monitor and interpret changes in labor legislation. Deduct actions accordingly. Works Council & Union Relations

• Serve as a liaison between the company and works councils/unions.

• Support negotiations and consultations on co-determination matters.

• Draft and review works agreements. Contract & Policy Management

• Draft, review, and update employment contracts and HR policies.

• Ensure documentation complies with the Written Evidence Act (Nachweisgesetz). Dispute Resolution & Risk Management

• Support internal investigations and conflict resolution.

• Represent the company in labor court proceedings when necessary. Training & Awareness

• Conduct internal training sessions on individual and collective labor law topics.

• Promote awareness on rights and obligations for both sides, employees and employer.

Required Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Law (LL.M. or equivalent), with specialization in German labor law.

• Minimum 10 years of experience in employment law, preferably in a corporate or industrial setting.

• Proven experience working with works councils and unions.

• Strong understanding of collective labor law, co-determination rights, and employment contract law.

• Excellent Communication: Ability to explain complex legal concepts clearly to non-legal stakeholders.

• Negotiation Skills: Skilled in facilitating agreements and resolving conflicts constructively.

• Analytical Thinking: Strong ability to interpret legal texts and assess implications.

• Discretion & Integrity: Handles sensitive information with confidentiality and professionalism.

• Collaboration: Works effectively across departments and with external stakeholders.

• Fluent in German and English.

Benefits & Perks

• Employee Participation Program: Share in our success through our virtual company share program

• 30 days of vacation: Enjoy the days off to relax and recharge

• Company pension plan: Secure your future with our company pension plan, featuring a 20% employer contribution after the probation period

• Subsidised lunch: Stay energised with delicious, subsidised lunches every day

• Public transport ticket: Commute with ease using a fully financed Deutschlandticket

• Sport Clubs membership: Stay fit with our sponsored sports club memberships (EGYM Wellpass)

• Individual learning allowance: Grow your skills with an individual learning budget granted after the probation period

• Childcare allowance: Receive a childcare allowance for your non-school-age children

• And Much More! Discover additional perks and benefits when you join our team