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Americas Employment Legal Counsel

Magnum ICC US
March 14, 2026
Full-time
On-site
Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey, United States

Scope: Regional, Permanent 

Location: Englewood Cliffs, NJ (hybrid) 

Terms & Conditions: Must have the right to work in the USA  

 

The Magnum Ice Cream Company (formerly a division of Unilever) is now a standalone, independent, EUR 7.9 billion publicly listed company. We’re on a mission to create the ultimate snacking company.​ A place where growth, innovation, founder and ownership mentality, and performance are cultivated and rewarded. And where we craft extraordinary ice cream experiences - transforming ordinary moments into lasting memories.​ Because we know, life tastes better with ice cream.​ 

 

We dream big but keep things simple to act fast.​If you want to grow with us, make an impact, and shape the future of Ice Cream, this is the place for you!  

 

JOB PURPOSE: 

The Employment Legal function sits within the Corporate Centre and provides employment law support to enable The Magnum Ice Cream Company to deliver their business objectives while appropriately managing risk. They are looking to hire an expert Senior Employment Counsel – Americas who can lead the provision of legal support for the full range of employment law issues which impact the Magnum Ice Cream Company’s business across the Americas. 

 

This is an exciting new role in which the successful candidate will be expected to establish strong relationships with Human Resources colleagues and support them across the full range of contentious and non-contentious work. The individual will be expected to operate with a high degree of autonomy and work with minimal supervision. The leader will also have the opportunity to help shape the future of the newly formed global Employment Law team. 

 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: 

Lead employment law legal support across the Americas 

  • Partner with HR teams and other stakeholders to provide support for all contentious and non-contentious labor and employment law work; 
  • Work with the ER team to provide advice on employee relations matters, including issues related to trade unions; 
  • Provide expert advice and input in relation to global projects, policies, and other initiatives; 
  • Support the Business Integrity team in relation to employment-related investigations and other compliance issues; 
  • Be accountable for the engagement and use of outside counsel across the region, inclusive of managing a budget; 
  • Proactively identify, address, and manage legal risk issues related to employment law; 
  • Keep up to date on employment law developments and provide thought leadership as to the impact on the Magnum Ice Cream Company; 
  • Conduct training and build know-how as  for both HR and non-HR colleagues. 

 

WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED:   

Skills, Experiences & Qualifications:    

  • JD from an accredited law school and admission to the bar in at least one US state; 
  • 8-10 years of relevant experience in a corporate legal department and/or law firm with in house experience preferred. 
  • Current member in good standing of the New Jersey bar or ability to register as in-house counsel 
  • Significant experience advising organizations on employment law issues across the Americas; 
  • Deep experience advising in relation to the full range of employment issues, including trade union and other collective issues, on a cross-border basis; 
  • Experience working in a complex multinational organization, either directly or on a secondment basis; 
  • Demonstrable experience driving change; 
  • Ability to operate and exercise judgement independently; 
  • Ability to influence and manage multiple internal and external stakeholders; 
  • Ability to deliver through others and with limited resources; 
  • Ability to engage in technical topics and communicate them in a clear and easy-to-understand manner; 
  • Experience preparing executive briefings and presentations; 
  • Ability to translate global strategies locally; 
  • Comfort with uncertainty; ability to exercise judgement in a fast-moving environment; 
  • Fluency in English with some proficiency in Spanish an advantage. 

 

Leadership:    

  • You are energized by delivering fantastic results. You are an example to others – both your results and your resilience. You are constantly on the lookout for better ways to do things, engaging and collaborating with others along the way. 
  • You are humble and have your head up, looking around to interpret evidence and data smartly, spot issues and opportunities to make things better. 

 

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT: 

  • A unique mix of global scale & start-up spirit—€7.9 bn powerhouse with an agile, entrepreneurial mindset. We’re building a new high growth Ice Cream company from the ground up. ​ 
  • Career without limits—42 markets, international opportunities, and fast tracked growth. ​ 
  • A performance-driven culture—Freedom to act, disrupt and grow – your success is measured by impact.​ 
  • A company that celebrates joy, innovation, and purpose—We create extraordinary careers, just like our ice cream creates extraordinary moments. 

 

Pay: The pay range for this position is $146,240 to $212,520. TMICC takes into consideration a wide range of factors that are utilized in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, qualifications and education, and other business and organizational needs. 

Bonus: This position is bonus eligible. 

Long-Term Incentive (LTI): This position is LTI eligible. 

Benefits: TMICC employees are eligible to participate in our benefits plan. Should the employee choose to participate, they can choose from a range of benefits to include, but is not limited to, health insurance (including prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage), retirement savings benefits, life insurance and disability benefits, parental leave, sick leave, paid vacation and holidays, as well as access to numerous voluntary benefits. Any coverages for health insurance and retirement benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents. 

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ABOUT THE MAGNUM ICE CREAM COMPANY:

With 19.000 expert ice cream colleagues and iconic brands like Wall’s, Cornetto and Ben & Jerry’s, loved in 76 countries, we are the world’s largest Ice Cream company leading the industry We have been taking pleasure seriously for more than 100 years, serving happiness with every lick or scoop of ice cream for generations.

The Magnum Ice Cream Company (formerly part of Unilever) is all about growth. Growing our business. Growing our customers’ businesses. Growing our people’s careers. Growth begins with empowerment. So we free our people to be innovative, responsible entrepreneurs, driven and equipped to give our consumers more amazing products and unforgettable moments – and having fun doing it. Here’s what defines success in our organization :

· We are all about growth

· We operate with speed and simplicity

· We win together with fun

· We boldly innovate to disrupt our industry

· We care and challenge

· We are experts in the Ice Cream Category

ARE YOU EXCITED TO CRAFT THE ICE CREAM FUTURE?

Please apply online and do not forget to upload your CV. Your application will be reviewed against the requirements, and we will be in touch shortly after the closing date, with an update on the status of your application.

The Magnum Ice Cream Company is an organization committed to diversity and inclusion to drive our business results and create a better future every day for our diverse employees, global consumers, partners, and communities. We believe a diverse workforce allows us to match our growth ambitions and drive inclusion across the business. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal law and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
 

For more information about your Federal rights, please see Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal and Pay Transparency Non discrimination Provision.

Employment is subject to verification of pre-screening tests, which may include drug screening, background check, credit check and DMV check.

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