Senior Legal Counsel

**We help the world run better**
At SAP, we keep it simple: you bring your best to us, and we'll bring out the best in you. We're builders touching over 20 industries and 80% of global commerce, and we need your unique talents to help shape what's next. The work is challenging - but it matters. You'll find a place where you can be yourself, prioritize your wellbeing, and truly belong. What's in it for you? Constant learning, skill growth, great benefits, and a team that wants you to grow and succeed.

We are seeking an experienced and driven Senior Legal Counsel to join our team. In this pivotal role, you will be the primary legal advisor on all employment law matters, working directly with leadership and People & Culture (formerly HR) teams to ensure compliance, foster positive labor relations, and champion best practices. You will also take the lead in negotiating and managing collective bargaining agreements with relevant unions.

**Key**Responsibilities**
- Provide expert counsel on Argentinian employment law, regulations, and labor practices.
- Advise business leaders and P&C on workforce strategy, policies, and procedures.
- Lead collective bargaining negotiations with labor unions, ensuring alignment with company objectives and local legislation.
- Draft, review, and update employment contracts, policies, and employee documentation.
- Develop and deliver training for management on labor law compliance and collective bargaining strategies.
- Monitor and interpret changes in labor legislation, proactively advising on potential impacts and strategic responses.
- Manage employment-related disputes, grievances, and disciplinary actions, minimizing risk for the company.
- Collaborate with global legal teams to implement company-wide initiatives and harmonize labor practices.

**Qualifications** & Experience**
- Bachelor’s degree in Law; postgraduate specialization in Employment Law or Labor Relations is highly desirable.
- Admitted to practice law in Argentina.
- Minimum of 7 years post-qualification experience (PQE) focused exclusively on employment law, preferably within a multinational or technology-driven environment.
- Proven track record in leading collective bargaining negotiations and union relations.
- Strong knowledge of Argentinian labor legislation, jurisprudence, and regulatory landscape.
- Exceptional communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
- Fluency in Spanish; professional proficiency in English is required.
- Ability to work independently, as well as collaboratively across diverse teams.

**Bring out your best**

**We win with inclusion**
SAP’s culture of inclusion, focus on health and well-being, and flexible working models help ensure that everyone - regardless of background - feels included and can run at their best. At SAP, we believe we are made stronger by the unique capabilities and qualities that each person brings to our company, and we invest in our employees to inspire confidence and help everyone realize their full potential. We ultimately believe in unleashing all talent and creating a better world.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, race, religion, national origin, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, et al), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or disability, in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local legal requirements.

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Requisition ID: 433765 | Work Area: Legal | Expected Travel: 0 - 10% | Career Status: Professional | Employment Type: Regular Full Time | Additional Locations: #LI-Hybrid