Howmet Aerospace
Howmet Aerospace
Howmet Aerospace manufactures engineered metal components and systems for aerospace, defense, space, and commercial transportation. Its product portfolio includes aircraft engine components, fastening systems, engineered airframe structures, and forged wheels marketed under Alcoa Wheels. The company combines materials expertise with advanced manufacturing to produce lightweight, high-performance products, with operations focused on quality, sustainability, and technology-led production.

International Employment Counsel (Remote, United Kingdom)

Provide international employment law counsel to Howmet Aerospace across Europe, Asia and Australia. Advise HR and business leaders on policies, agreements, litigation and cross-border legal risk.

Description

  • Provide daily HR-focused legal support to Howmet’s international operations outside the United States
  • Advise business leaders and HR teams on European employment law, particularly in France, Germany, the United Kingdom and Hungary
  • Coordinate external counsel on employment matters outside the United States across Europe, Japan, China and Australia
  • Partner with HR to review and maintain employment policies and procedures, including handbooks, bonus plans, compensation guidance and severance programs
  • Review offer letters, employment agreements and separation agreements for legal compliance and business alignment
  • Oversee external counsel handling employment litigation
  • Develop practical commercial responses to legal and business risks and lead matters through resolution
  • Brief HR teams on significant employment-law developments affecting operations and HR policies in Europe and Asia
  • Collaborate with clients and colleagues across regions, jurisdictions and legal systems
  • Provide legal support to Howmet Aerospace, a global manufacturer serving the aerospace, defence and transportation markets

Requirements

  • Law degree
  • Current good-standing membership of the relevant bar association
  • At least eight years of post-qualification experience at an international law firm
  • Prior in-house legal experience is advantageous
  • Strong spoken and written English
  • French-language ability is a significant advantage
  • High integrity and discretion, consistent with Howmet’s values, policies and Legal Department practices
  • Sound judgment and confidence in applying legal expertise
  • Risk-based approach to prioritising work and reducing exposure
  • Ability to explain legal matters clearly to stakeholders at different organisational levels
  • Proactive ability to implement processes and procedures across multiple jurisdictions

Benefits

  • Full-time employment
  • Remote work available up to 100%
  • Consideration of candidates based on fit rather than location

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