Labor Law & HR Specialist

AdidasP Alabama, United States of America
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Labor Law & HR Specialist

Purpose & Overall Relevance for the Organization: 

 

The Labor Law & HR Specialist supports the organization at the intersection of Labor Law and Business Partnering, ensuring compliant, consistent and people‑focused HR practices. 

 

The role combines a strong labor law foundation with a multidisciplinary HR scope, supporting HRBPs in day‑to‑day people matters, employee relations, and HR processes, while ensuring full compliance with current labor legislation.

 

This position is intended for a professional with a background in labor law, a genuine interest in people and HR topics, and a learning‑oriented mindset. The role requires flexibility, proactivity and strong motivation to develop and grow within a broad, hands‑on HRBP environment. 

 

Key Responsibilities:  

  • Act as a key support to HRBPs on labor law and employee relations matters, including disciplinary processes, sanctions, terminations and responses to labor‑related claims or demands.

  • Ensure compliance with current labor legislation across all HR processes, advising risks and required actions.

  • Monitor labor law developments and provide summaries, insights and practical recommendations to support informed and compliant decision‑making.

  • Maintain and continuously improve standard templates and documentation, providing clear, practical and risk‑aware guidance to internal stakeholders.

  • Provide support in matters related to Works Council, including preparation of documentation for information, consultation, negotiation processes, and participation in commissions and joint working groups.

  • Support a variety of HRBP‑related activities, contributing to a multidisciplinary and collaborative HR function.

KPIs: 

 

  • Accuracy and quality of labor‑law related documentation.

  • Timely and compliant handling of HR legal queries and cases.

  • Reduction of legal risk and escalation issues through proactive support.

  • Stakeholder satisfaction (HR, Legal, business partners).

  • Adherence to internal policies, processes, and legal standards.

 

Key Relationships: 

  • HR Business Partners

  • Local GBS teams

  • Business stakeholders (as needed, via HR)

  • Cross-functional HR project teams

  • Works Council members

 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: 

 

  • Solid understanding of labor/employment law principles.

  • Ability to translate legal concepts into practical HR guidance.

  • Strong attention to detail and high level of accuracy.

  • Good judgment and ability to assess legal and employee relations risks.

  • Clear and structured communication skills, both written and verbal.

  • Ability to work collaboratively in a cross‑functional environment.

  • Organized, reliable, and able to manage multiple topics in parallel.

  • Professional discretion and confidentiality.

 

Requisite Education and Experience / Minimum Qualifications: 

  

  • University degree in Law

  • 3 years of experience in labor/employment law, gained either in a law firm or within a multinational company.

  • Experience working with or closely alongside HR teams is a plus, but not mandatory.

  • Advanced knowledge of local labor legislation.

  • Fluency in English; local language proficiency required.

  • Digital and AI literacy, including the ability to use AI‑enabled tools (e.g. Copilot, legal/HR digital solutions) to support research, documentation, summarization of legal updates and process efficiency, with a strong focus on data privacy, confidentiality and ethical use.

AT ADIDAS WE HAVE A WINNING CULTURE. BUT TO WIN, PHYSICAL POWER IS NOT ENOUGH. JUST LIKE ATHLETES OUR EMPLOYEES NEED MENTAL STRENGTH IN THEIR GAME. WE FOSTER THE ATHLETE’S MINDSET THROUGH A SET OF BEHAVIORS THAT WE WANT TO ENABLE AND DEVELOP IN OUR PEOPLE AND THAT ARE AT THE CORE OF OUR UNIQUE COMPANY CULTURE: THIS IS HOW WE WIN WHILE PLAYING FAIR.

  • COURAGE: Speak up when you see an opportunity; step up when you see a need..
  • OWNERSHIP: Pick up the ball. Be proactive, take responsibility and follow-through.
  • INNOVATION: Elevate to win. Be curious, test and learn new and better ways of doing things.
  • TEAMPLAY: Win together. Work collaboratively and cultivate a shared mindset.
  • INTEGRITY: Play by the rules. Hold yourself and others accountable to our company’s standards.
  • RESPECT: Value all players. Display empathy, be inclusive and show dignity to all.

At adidas, we strongly believe that embedding diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) into our culture and talent processes gives our employees a sense of belonging and our brand a real competitive advantage.

– Culture Starts With People, It Starts With You –

By recruiting talent and developing our people to reflect the rich diversity of our consumers and communities, we foster a culture of inclusion that engages our employees and authentically connects our brand with our consumers.

Job Title:  Labor Law & HR Specialist

Brand: 

Location:  Zaragoza

TEAM:  People & Culture

State: 

Country/Region:  ES

Contract Type:  Full time

Number:  543809

Date:  Apr 20, 2026

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