Employment Legal Counsel EMEA at Zscaler

About Zscaler

Zscaler is a pioneer and global leader in zero trust security. The world’s largest businesses, critical infrastructure organizations, and government agencies rely on Zscaler to secure users, branches, applications, data & devices, and to accelerate digital transformation initiatives. Distributed across more than 160 data centers globally, the Zscaler Zero Trust Exchange platform combined with advanced AI combats billions of cyber threats and policy violations every day and unlocks productivity gains for modern enterprises by reducing costs and complexity.

Here, impact in your role matters more than title and trust is built on results. We believe in transparency and value constructive, honest debate—we’re focused on getting to the best ideas, faster. We build high-performing teams that can make an impact quickly and with high quality. To do this, we are building a culture of execution centered on customer obsession, collaboration, ownership and accountability.

We champion an “AI Forward, People First” philosophy to help us accelerate and innovate, empowering our people to embrace their potential. If you’re driven by purpose, thrive on solving complex challenges and want to make a positive difference on a global scale, we invite you to bring your talents to Zscaler to help shape the future of cybersecurity.

Our general and administrative teams help to support and scale our great company. Whether striving to grow our workforce, nurture an amazing culture and work environment, support our financial and legal operations, or maintain our global infrastructure, the G&A team provides a strong foundation for growth. Put your passion, drive, and expertise to work with the world’s cloud security leader.

Zscaler is seeking a talented, highly motivated, and business-oriented employment lawyer to provide advice and counsel to Zscaler’s EMEA People & Culture team, as well as other partners, on a diverse range of labor and employment matters. This role will ideally support employment needs across Zscaler’s Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA) region, with a particular focus on the UK, France, and Germany. Reporting to the Head of Employment Legal you will be responsible for:

Providing pragmatic advice and guidance on EMEA employment matters, including, but not limited to, EU employment-related directives, employment-related privacy considerations, pay equity, recruiting, reasonable accommodations, performance management, employee relations and ethics investigations, leaves of absence, compensation, employee separations, background checks, required trainings, employee benefits, disciplinary actions

Collaborating with Zscaler’s People & Culture teams to ensure compliance with employment laws in the EMEA region

Staying informed of evolving employment laws and identifying compliance gaps to proactively recommend and implement policy updates

Drafting, reviewing, and refining employment-related policies and processes, ensuring they align with legal requirements and business goals

Managing employment disputes, including overseeing litigation, regulatory proceedings, and external counsel relationships

What We’re Looking For (Minimum Qualifications)

Law degree and licensed to practice law in the UK or a common law jurisdiction

5–7 years of post-qualified employment law experience gained in private practice and in-house, with a minimum of 2 years in an in-house role

Proven ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment

Strong communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to assess risk and offer clear, pragmatic advice

Experience advising on employment matters across EMEA, with a specific focus on the UK, France, and Germany

What Will Make You Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications)

Experience working with large multinational employers with employees across the EMEA region

Flexibility, intellectual curiosity, and a “can-do” attitude in tackling complex legal challenges

Strong business acumen, with the ability to apply judgment to legal issues and determine risk effectively

At Zscaler, we are committed to building a team that reflects the communities we serve and the customers we work with. We foster an inclusive environment that values all backgrounds and perspectives, emphasizing collaboration and belonging. Join us in our mission to make doing business seamless and secure.

Our Benefits program is one of the most important ways we support our employees. Zscaler proudly offers comprehensive and inclusive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families throughout their life stages, including:

Various health plans

Time off plans for vacation and sick time

Parental leave options

Retirement options

Education reimbursement

In-office perks, and more!

Learn more about Zscaler’s Future of Work strategy, hybrid working model, and benefits here.

By applying for this role, you adhere to applicable laws, regulations, and Zscaler policies, including those related to security and privacy standards and guidelines.

Zscaler is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals. We strive to create a workplace where employees are treated with respect and have the chance to succeed. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy or related medical conditions), age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. See more information by clicking on the Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal link.

Pay Transparency

Zscaler complies with all applicable federal, state, and local pay transparency rules.

Zscaler is committed to providing reasonable support (called accommodations or adjustments) in our recruiting processes for candidates who are differently abled, have long term conditions, mental health conditions or sincerely held religious beliefs, or who are neurodivergent or require pregnancy-related support.

Employment Legal Counsel EMEA

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