We are Omnissa!

The world is evolving fast, and organizations everywhere—from corporations to schools—are under immense pressure to provide flexible, work-from-anywhere solutions. They need IT infrastructure that empowers employees and customers to access applications from any device, on any cloud, all while maintaining top-tier security. That’s where Omnissa comes in.

The Omnissa Platform is the first AI-driven digital work platform that enables smart, seamless and secure work experiences from anywhere. It uniquely integrates multiple industry-leading solutions including Unified Endpoint Management, Virtual Apps and Desktops, Digital Employee Experience, and Security & Compliance through common data, identity, administration, and automation services. Built on the vision of autonomous workspaces - self configuring, self-healing, and self-securing - Omnissa continuously adapts to the way people work; delivering personalized and engaging employee experiences, while optimizing security, IT operations and costs. we're experiencing rapid growth—and this is just the beginning of our journey!

At Omnissa, we’re driven by a shared mission to maximize value for our customers. Our five Core Values guide us: Act in Alignment, Build Trust, Foster Inclusiveness, Drive Efficiency, and Maximize Customer Value—all with the aim of achieving shared success for our clients and our team. As a global private company with over 4,000 employees, we’re always looking for passionate, talented individuals to join us. If you're ready to make an impact and help shape the future of work, we’d love to hear from you!

What is the opportunity?

As Senior Associate EMEA Employment Counsel, you will help Omnissa navigate the complexities of the employment legal landscape in EMEA, while maintaining focus on achieving strategic business goals that drive our collective success. You should have extensive experience and knowledge in EMEA employment law, preferably with experience in multiple jurisdictions and/or cross-border matters. You will not only serve as a trusted advisor to EMEA business leadership, HR, and other cross-functional stakeholders, but you also will play a critical role in shaping the company’s employment legal framework and future. The ideal candidate will possess the ability to think creatively, prioritize competing deliverables, and provide actionable, solutions-driven guidance in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

Primary responsibilities include:

• Advising and supporting EMEA HR professionals and business leaders on European employment law matters, including works council negotiations, employee representative elections, information and consultations, performance management, workplace investigations, discipline, redundancies, wage reporting, time tracking, leaves, employment agreements, accommodations, cross-border mobility, benefits, pensions, and more.

• Reviewing and updating EMEA HR policies, guidelines, rules, works agreements, processes, templates, and training materials, in alignment with business priorities and regulatory requirements.

• Providing EMEA employment law guidance related to due diligence and integration, while focusing on operational continuity.

• Staying up to date on new and developing EMEA employment laws and regulations and partnering with HR and other relevant stakeholders to develop compliance strategies.

• Developing and delivering training for cross-functional partners on EMEA employment law and litigation-related best practices and risk mitigation.

• Overseeing employment-related disputes, claims and litigation, while working closely with external counsel as needed, with an emphasis on cost-effective and pragmatic strategies.

What will you bring to Omnissa?

• International and litigation expertise: proven experience managing employment law matters and legal claims across multiple jurisdictions in EMEA.

• At least 4 years of specialist employment law, post qualification experience at a law firm or in-house legal department, with a minimum of 2 years in-house. Tech industry or software company experience is a plus.

• Familiarity with German and French employment law, including advising on works council matters, with a willingness to develop knowledge in new jurisdictions.

• Core competencies:

o Creative and innovative problem solver, approaching complex legal challenges with innovative thinking and tailored strategies to address the unique needs of a newly-divested global software company.

o Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage competing priorities effectively and to balance short-term needs with long-term objectives.

o Adept at building connections and trust with team members and partners, achieving mutual goals, facilitating good judgment, and motivating follow-through.

o Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Bonus points if you have:

• Prior experience with newly divested or private equity backed companies.

• An M&A or tech company track record.

• Expertise in EMEA employment data privacy laws.

• French, German, Spanish, or Italian language skills.

Location: Ireland

Type: REMOTE OR HYBRID (location dependent)

Travel Expectations: 5%

Education: Law degree (J.D.) from an accredited university; fully qualified to practice law in at least one EMEA jurisdiction.

Omnissa industry recognition and awards:

Gartner Magic Quadrant: Consistently positioned as a leader in Gartner’s Magic Quadrant for Desktop as a Service (DaaS) and Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI).

IDC MarketScape Q2 2024: Recognized as a leader in IDC MarketScape reports for EUC.

Forrester Wave report for Q4 2023: Workspace ONE received the highest scores in the current offering category and the second-highest scores in the strategy category.

Customer Satisfaction and Reviews: High ratings and positive reviews on platforms like Gartner Peer Insights and TrustRadius.

Omnissa’s commitment to diversity & inclusion:

Omnissa is committed to continuing their mission to build a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve across the globe. Fostering inclusiveness is one of our key values, that acts as a bedrock of our operational model and culture.