Exciting Legal Opportunity at The Adecco Group – South Korea!We’re hiring a Legal & Compliance Counsel (APAC) at The Adecco Group – South Korea, based in Seoul. If you're a sharp legal mind ready to influence across borders, join us and make an impact at one of the world’s leading HR solutions firms!Interested? We’d love to hear from you!Job Description • Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of contracts, especially employment agreements, in both Korean and English, ensuring compliance with South Korean legal requirements.
• Perform detailed legal analysis and provide sound legal advice to various departments within the organization, helping them understand the implications of the law on their operations and projects. • Handle legal disputes and litigation effectively, including negotiating settlements and representing the company in legal proceedings as required. • Ensure compliance with South Korean laws, regulations, and international laws, as well as adherence to Group and Regional Policies. Develop and implement compliance programs and conduct regular compliance audits, and coordinate with relevant South Korean authorities• Provide legal support for strategic initiatives within the company, ensuring legal risks are identified and mitigated.
• Monitor and renew business licenses and handle insurance matters, including policy renewals and claims, to ensure continuous protection and compliance. • Perform other related duties as required, supporting the broader objectives of the legal and compliance department. • Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders across departments and regions. Preferred Experience: • Background in labor law or employment legal matters. • Experience in litigation and dispute resolution. • Familiarity with data protection and compliance frameworks. • Previous work with HR or as an employment legal advisor.
• Confident in handling employee terminationsQualification • A minimum of 1 to 3 years of experience• Bachelor’s Degree in Law (South Korea), Paralegal Studies, or a related field• Certified South Korea Bar License (Preferred)• Fluent in Korean and English—both written and spoken. • Qualified attorney with a solid understanding of South Korean legal systems.
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