Associate Employment

ph3bJob Description /b /h3 pNorton Rose Fulbright is a global law firm with more than 3,000 lawyers advising clients across locations in the United States, Europe, Canada, Latin America, Asia, Australia, Africa and the Middle East. We provide a full scope of legal services to the world’s preeminent corporations and financial institutions. /p pOur vision is to be a world class business, profitable, ambitious, cooperative and considerate, supporting our clients and people through our global business principles of Quality, Unity and Integrity. /p pWith over 7,000 employees worldwide, our culture is the thread that connects us. Our strategy and culture are closed connected – defined by shared ambition, global collaboration and a one-team mindset. We believe pioneering work happens when people are empowered to think beyond boundaries, explore new opportunities and grow through diverse experiences. Alongside the right skills and experience, we are looking for people who are innovative, commercially minded, and motivated by the impact of the work they do – ready to share in our ambition and help shape what comes next. /p pBecause while individuals can do well, together we achieve something extraordinary. /p pbThe Team /b /p pEstablished in 2000, our Milan office provides a full business law service to domestic and international clients. /p pOur approach to legal advising is pragmatic and business-oriented, and our team is diverse, comprising individuals with different backgrounds and skills. /p pOur core practice areas in Italy are Antitrust and competition, Banking and finance, Corporate and MA, and Employment law. We also have strong capabilities in Data protection and cybersecurity, Litigation and dispute resolution, Administrative law, Real estate and Tax law. Known for our industry-specific experience and expertise, we are active in many sectors that contribute to the dynamic and multi-faceted Italian economy, including consumer markets (food and beverage, leisure and retail), energy and infrastructure, financial institutions (banks, insurance, fund and asset management), life sciences and healthcare, technology and transport. We also have a growing sports law practice. /p pWe have lawyers qualified in Italian, the United States, England Wales, and Belgium based in Milan and we regularly work in collaboration with lawyers based in our global network on multi-jurisdictional transactions and matters. /p pbThe Role /b /p pWe are seeking an Italian-qualified lawyer with 1–3 years’ post-qualification experience to join our Employment and Labour team in Milan. /p pThe successful candidate will advise domestic and international clients on a broad range of advisory, transactional and contentious employment law matters, including: /p ul liCorporate restructurings, business transfers, collective redundancies and individual dismissals /li liService agreements, employment contracts, HR regulations and workplace policies /li liCommercial agency law /li liEmployment-related data protection and privacy matters /li liExecutive remuneration /li liDiscrimination claims, grievances and disciplinary procedures /li liEmployment litigation and trade union matters /li liGeneral employment law matters, including maternity rights and contractual issues /li /ul pThe role offers the opportunity to work on complex domestic and cross-border matters, gain meaningful client exposure and develop professionally within a collaborative and internationally connected team. /p pbSkills and Experience Required /b /p pWe are looking for a lawyer who combines strong technical ability with commercial awareness, intellectual curiosity and a genuine commitment to client service. /p pThe successful candidate will have: /p ul liQualification as an Italian Avvocato, with 1–3 years’ post-qualification experience /li liA strong knowledge of employment and labour law and an interest in current legal developments /li liExcellent analytical, drafting and problem-solving skills /li liThe ability to provide clear, practical and commercially focused advice /li liStrong communication and interpersonal skills /li liA collaborative and proactive approach to working with clients and colleagues /li liFluency in English, both written and spoken /li liConfidence in using AI-enabled tools and a willingness to embrace new technologies and evolving ways of working /li /ul pExperience of cross-border matters would be advantageous but is not essential. /p pbGeneral Approach /b /p pCandidates should also: /p ul liDevelop and apply strong technical knowledge and professional judgement /li liTake ownership of their work and deliver high-quality advice efficiently and accurately /li liBuild and maintain trusted client relationships /li liCollaborate effectively with colleagues across teams, practices and jurisdictions /li liDemonstrate initiative and a commitment to continuous learning /li liPromote and demonstrate the firm’s values and strategic priorities /li liContribute to presentations, publications and business development initiatives /li /ul pAt Norton Rose Fulbright, you will have the opportunity to develop your career in an international environment that values technical excellence, collaboration, client service and professional growth. /p p#LI-KM2 /p h3bDiversity, Equity and Inclusion /b /h3 pTo attract the best people, we strive to create a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone can bring their whole selves to work, have a sense of belonging, and realize their full career potential.br/Our new enabled work model allows our people to have more flexibility in the way they choose to work from both the office and a remote location, while continuing to deliver the highest standards of service. We offer a range of family friendly and inclusive employment policies and provide access to programmes and services aimed at nurturing our people’s health and overall wellbeing. Find more about Diversity, Equity and Inclusionhere. /p pWe are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications from individuals who can complement our existing teams. We strive to create an inclusive and accessible recruitment process for all candidates. If you require any tailored adjustments or accommodations, please let us know here. /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr