Corporate & Employment Counsel II

Overview

A fast-paced cloud software organization is seeking a Corporate and Employment Counsel to join its collaborative legal team. This role involves providing legal support primarily to the People function, as well as the Go-to-Market and Procurement teams. The position requires advising on employment law matters, managing outside counsel, and supporting general corporate legal needs. This is a remote position reporting to a Director of Legal.

Responsibilities

• Provide employment law counsel and legal advice to the People team and other departments with customer-facing responsibilities.
• Support global Legal and People teams on a wide variety of employment law matters.
• Act as a versatile legal resource by assisting with general corporate matters, commercial contracts, and other legal projects as business needs evolve.
• Collaborate with Legal team members across multiple domestic and international offices to develop employment policies aligned with the broader legal strategy.
• Manage outside counsel, including guidance, staffing, case management, and budget oversight; work closely with outside counsel in Costa Rica and assist with employee relations issues.
• Contribute to improving standard agreement forms, alternate language playbooks, and internal resource documents related to employment and other legal areas.
• Manage a portfolio of employment matters such as unemployment claims, administrative audits, agency charges, and workers' compensation claims.
• Deliver legal training and guidance to management on legal issues, best practices, and company policies.
• Lead and conduct sensitive internal investigations with empathy, objectivity, and discretion, managing stakeholders with varying perspectives.
• Support general business operations and complete special projects as requested.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Active membership in a state bar.
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant legal practice, preferably including experience at a top-tier employment law firm.
• Substantive experience litigating a wide variety of employment matters, including complex litigation and administrative/agency matters.
• Ability to translate complex legal concepts into clear, actionable advice for non-legal business partners.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to recommend practical solutions balancing legal and business risks.
• Composure and influence in high-pressure or contentious situations.
• Proven ability to develop strong partnerships with Legal team members and other business stakeholders.
• Team-oriented with a service mindset and persistent attention to detail.
• Ability to operate successfully in a fast-paced environment emphasizing excellence, execution, and teamwork.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience managing outside counsel and cross-border legal matters.
• Experience conducting internal investigations.

Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary range: $115,000 to $152,500 USD, determined by professional experience, education, skills, and candidate location.
• Eligibility for a market-competitive incentive opportunity.
• Employer-subsidized medical, vision, and dental coverage for full-time employees.
• 401(k) match: 50% of employee contribution up to the first 6% of eligible pay.
• Monthly stipend to support work and productivity.
• Flexible Time Away program plus sick time off.
• Company-sponsored life insurance, short-term, and long-term disability plans.
• 12 paid holidays per year.
• Up to 24 weeks of parental leave.
• Personal paid volunteer day.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development, including access to online courses.
• Company-funded perks such as counseling membership, local retail discounts, and a personal account for company software.
• Teleworking options from any registered location in the U.S. (role specific).

Location

• Remote position with teleworking options from any registered location in the United States.

Equal Opportunity

The employer is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Accommodations can be made to ensure a comfortable and positive interview experience.