SP & HR Legal Manager (m/f/d)

The future looks like you

With over 1,300 stores in 17 European countries and more than 25,000 employees, C&A is one of Europe’s leading fashion retailers. Every day, C&A welcomes millions of visitors to its stores in Europe and to its online shop. C&A offers quality and long-lasting fashion at affordable prices for
the many. We are building on more than 180 years of experience in the fashion industry and continuously modernize the company to become an omnichannel fashion retailer.

At C&A we are driven by our values and we believe that affordable and high-quality fashion is not contradictory to caring for people & the planet, we are always forward thinking and acting to develop our business and innovate the industry. This is your chance to join the C&A team as a SP & HR Legal Manager (m/f/d)! In this role you will be supporting the HR function by providing employment law advice to the business, representing the company in labour court proceedings in employee disputes, and managing relations with works councils.

Your responsibilities

• Provide strategic employment law advice to HR and business leaders, ensuring full compliance with legal requirements and company policies
• Independently manage individual employment law cases, including disputes and litigation, in close collaboration with business stakeholders
• Develop, maintain, and oversee HR templates such as employment contracts, warnings, termination letters, and other legally relevant documents to guarantee compliance and consistency
• Design and deliver training programs for managers and HR colleagues to strengthen legal awareness and ensure compliance across the organization
• Act as the primary contact for Works Council Committees, leading negotiations and drafting Works Council agreements to support business objectives
• Lead negotiations with works councils on restructuring initiatives and day-to-day matters, driving alignment and successful implementation of organizational changes
• Manage and lead large-scale projects with employment law implications, ensuring timely execution and adherence to legal standards

What you bring

• Fluent in German and English
• Completed first and second state examination in law
• High analytical skills
• High social competence
• Ability to explain complex legal issues simply
• Stress resistance
• Persuasiveness
• Professional experience in the field of labor law
• At least 3 years of relevant professional experience

What we offer

This is an opportunity for you to join us on a truly exciting transformation journey, where you’ll be able to leave footprints that last and contribute significantly to our vision. As well as knowing that you played a key part in the evolution of one of Europe’s most recognizable retail brands, you will also enjoy:

• Countless learning and development opportunities via our C&A academy
• Access to a Partner Discount Scheme
• An employee discount of 20% in C&A stores
• 30 days' vacation
• Corporate pension scheme
• Mental health and wellness program
• An exciting job in an international and inspirational working environment
• A positive working atmosphere and a talented team with an open feedback culture