International Legal Counsel - France - Randstad Enterprise

Description

Randstad Enterprise Group provides a wide range of HR and recruitment solutions designed to help companies grow, implement strategies, and improve business agility. With expertise spanning the entire talent spectrum, including talent acquisition and outplacement, our offerings include Managed Services Provider (RCS, MSP, SOW) programs, Recruitment Process Outsourcing (RPO), professional services, and career transition services, all supported by innovative technologies.This includes the development and creation of a temporary staffing relationship management tool in France: E-FLEX, a temporary work management platform.

This role is fully remote within France. While candidates across France are welcome, our preference is for Paris-based individuals due to the location of our legal entities. Candidates outside of France with deep expertise in the French legal system will also be considered.

Job purpose

The International Legal Counsel provides expert legal and contractual support to Randstad Enterprise Group, focusing primarily on the French market. This role serves as the dedicated in-house counsel for the E-FLEX platform, manages the end-to-end lifecycle of national and multinational client contracts, and ensures corporate compliance across procurement, data protection, and information security.

This role is fully remote within France. While candidates across France are welcome, our preference is for Paris-based individuals due to the location of our legal entities. Candidates outside of France with deep expertise in the French legal system will also be considered.

What you will do in this position:

• Manage and negotiate local and international client contracts, specifically focusing on service schedules, SLAs, and fee structures.
• Advise on legal and commercial risk decisions within contracts by providing clear options and strategic recommendations to stakeholders.
• Oversee contract interpretation and handle operational inquiries for all active accounts within France and abroad.
• Lead international negotiations and manage internal approval processes, including the preparation of management summaries regarding contractual risks.
• Supervise procurement activities and provide advice to the Enterprise Procurement Team on local legislative requirements.
• Manage data protection compliance and privacy notices, including GDPR requirements, OneTrust assessments, and the Register of Processing in connection with E-FLEX.
• Develop a specialized area of law within the team, such as employment law or licensing, to serve as a subject matter expert.
• Maintain a repository of legal templates and supporting documentation to ensure consistent performance expectations.
• Support the Enterprise Privacy and Information Security teams on local issues and maintain compliance with information barriers and competition laws.
• Provide regular training to operational teams and assist with the translation and implementation of global policies.

What we ask from you:

• Provide a qualified legal background with 3–5 years of post-qualification experience in commercial and contract law, supported by specific, verifiable references.
• Deliver specialized international administrative support and lead contract negotiations for local, regional, and global commercial clients.
• Apply a working knowledge of employment law and staffing services to provide daily operational legal advice to internal account teams.
• Maintain a mandatory minimum level of experience working within the French legal system to advise on local issues independently.
• Act as the primary legal point of contact for French operations while working autonomously from a remote location in France or nearby regions.
• Demonstrate fluency in French and professional proficiency in English to draft and negotiate complex legal documents confidently.
• Use prior international exposure to collaborate effectively with a diverse European legal team and various local counsels.
• Develop a deep understanding of commercial business acumen, including the ability to challenge pricing and recognize potential tax matters.
• Balance legal perfection with business speed to meet the fast-paced operational needs of a sales-led organization.
• Exhibit a high level of dedication and autonomy to organize your own schedule while proactively challenging the status quo to protect company interests.

What we can offer for you:

• We offer an inspiring working environment where you and your colleagues will make a tangible difference for our customers every day.
• You will have the opportunity to build an amazing career within a world-leading organization that sits at the forefront of the recruitment industry.
• To ensure your success, we provide a stimulating and supportive atmosphere that prioritizes your continuous professional development.
• We actively encourage you to develop a specialist area of law to deepen your expertise and elevate your standing within the legal community.
• You will be backed by the collective intelligence of the legal teams in Enterprise and Groupe Randstad France, ensuring you always have support for complex technical matters.
• Our team embraces modern efficiency, utilizing forward-thinking technology like Gemini to assist with sophisticated documentation and translation tasks.
• Beyond professional growth, we provide an attractive salary supplemented by a thorough and competitive benefits package.

what next?

If you are excited by this opportunity and would like to hear more, please contact Madani Toure