1. Employment Law Compliance
   • Ensure that HR operations for river crew comply with relevant employment laws, regulations, and crew restrictions in Europe.
   • Regularly review and update internal policies to reflect legal changes, ensuring all crew operations meet the current regulatory standards for each jurisdiction.
2. Legal Advisory for River Crew Operations
   • Advise HR teams and work closely with the Head of Crew HR on legal aspects of crew management, including contracts, working conditions, overtime policies, and leave entitlements.
   • Act as a legal point of contact for crew-related matters, offering guidance on contractual obligations and workforce regulations.
   • Collaborate with representatives from the hotel and nautical departments to address operational compliance issues related to crew management.
3. Collaboration with External Legal Partners
   • Engage with external legal advisors in different countries to verify compliance and obtain local legal insights when required.
   • Coordinate with local lawyers to address complex legal situations and navigate regional regulations related to river cruises.
4. Policy Development & Implementation
   • Develop, implement, and monitor compliance policies specific to the river cruise industry, covering areas such as health and safety, labor laws, and workplace standards.
   • Provide guidance to HR, operational teams, and hotel and nautical department representatives on policy application, ensuring all teams understand and adhere to compliance guidelines.
5. Monitoring & Reporting
   • Establish a system for tracking compliance with working hours, rest periods, and legal restrictions for river crew.
   • Prepare reports for the Board on compliance status, legal challenges, and any potential risks or improvements needed in HR operations.
6. Risk Management & Audit Support
   • Identify legal risks associated with crew operations and develop strategies to mitigate these risks.
   • Assist with internal and external audits related to HR compliance and legal matters.
7. Training & Communication
   • Educate HR teams, the Head of Crew HR, and other stakeholders, including hotel and nautical department representatives, on compliance requirements, legal updates, and best practices for employment law compliance.
   • Foster an organizational culture of compliance, ensuring that all departments understand the importance of legal adherence in their operations.