Job Description

About BYD

Our Purpose is to build a zero-emission future that reconnects humanity with nature. We are looking for talent that connects with this mission and want to create positive impact by joining a diverse and dynamic team.

BYD is a leading, high-tech multinational, based in Shenzhen, China. Operates in four core fields of IT, automotive, new energy, and rail transit and employs over 300,000 people worldwide. As a global pioneer in New Energy Solutions BYD is dedicated to building a zero-emission ecosystem.

BYD Europe BV located in Hoofddorp, Netherlands. BYD Europe BV offers a full line of BYD electric vehicles, including all-electric cars, all-electric buses, and all-electric forklift trucks.

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About BYD France

BYD France is the French National Sales Company of BYD BV Europe and BYD Company Ltd, a China-based company and a leading global supplier of green energy technologies. BYD France offers a range of electric vehicles, including all-electric cars, buses & forklifts. BYD is expanding its operations in France to support a growing portfolio of New Electric Vehicle Passenger car and LCVs projects.

About the Department:

To strengthen our HR and Legal teams in France, we are looking for an experienced Labour & Employment Law Counsel. Ideally, you bring solid expertise in French employment law, gained within the retail, automotive, or another fast‑paced and dynamic environment.

For BYD France , we are looking for a new colleague with enthusiasm for numbers and invoicing. You have a structured and accurate way of working. In addition, you fit in a dynamic environment and you have a solution-oriented attitude. As Finance Assistant you will work in a team with Finance Manager and Finance Specialist . You will have a chance to broaden your accounting knowledge and be a part of fast growing company.

1. Legal Advisory & Employment Law Expertise

• Advise and support HR teams, line managers and senior leadership on all employment law matters (contracts, disciplinary proceedings, terminations, working-time arrangements, etc.)

• Draft clear and actionable legal opinions, briefing notes and recommendations

• Analyse and interpret new legislative, regulatory and collective bargaining developments applicable to the company

2. Individual Labour Law Management

• Draft, negotiate and manage all employment contracts and amendments (open-ended, fixed-term, part-time, apprenticeship, internal mobility)

• Lead disciplinary procedures and contract termination processes (dismissals, mutual termination agreements, settlement agreements), ensuring full legal compliance

• Handle fitness-for-work proceedings in coordination with occupational health

• Support employees and managers on sick leave, workplace accidents and occupational disease matters

3. Collective Labour Relations

• Prepare, organise and legally secure meetings with employee representative bodies (Works Council / CSE, CSSCT)

• Negotiate and draft collective agreements (annual wage negotiations, remote work policy, profit-sharing, workforce planning / GEPP, etc.)

• Manage relations with trade unions and ensure compliance with information and consultation obligations

• Support restructuring or reorganisation projects requiring Works Council information/consultation

4. Employment Litigation Management

• Monitor and coordinate the defence of Labour Tribunal claims in liaison with external counsel

• Draft defence briefs and procedural documents

• Assess litigation risk and provide recommendations to minimise the company's exposure

• Lead URSSAF audit files and Labour Inspectorate proceedings

5. Compliance, Legal Watch & HR Policy

• Maintain an active legal watch and disseminate relevant updates to relevant teams

• Update internal policies, the staff handbook (reglement interieur), code of ethics and HR procedures

• Participate in social audits and drive corrective action plans

• Contribute to the design and implementation of the company's social policy

Education

• Master's degree (M2) in Labour Law, Employment Law or HR Law — French or equivalent European qualification

• DJCE, bar qualification (CAPA) or equivalent specialisation is a plus

Work Experience

• Minimum 3 years of experience in employment/labour law, gained in-house (legal or HR department) and/or at a specialised law firm

• Experience in a multi-site or international context is an asset

Technical Skills — Mandatory

• In-depth command of the French Labour Code (Code du travail), Social Security law and applicable collective bargaining agreements (CCN)

• Proven experience handling Labour Tribunal proceedings (Conseil de prud'hommes)

• Sound knowledge of employee representative body (IRP) consultation procedures

• Proficiency in legal research databases (Legifrance, Dalloz, Lexis 360, Navis Social)

• Good command of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

We Offer:

• Competitive remuneration based on performance and experience.

• Opportunities for department and company-wide team building events.

• A chance to contribute to the transition towards zero-emission transportation and the decarbonization of the economy.

If you align with our mission and have the skills we need, apply to be our Finance Assistant in France today. Join us in our journey towards a sustainable future!

Location: France
Type of Employment: Full-time