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 the 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 agreements, 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.
- Support general business operations and complete special projects as requested.
Requirements
- Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school and 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 build strong partnerships with legal colleagues and business stakeholders.
- Team-oriented mindset with a willingness to assist others.
- Persistent attention to detail.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment emphasizing excellence, execution, and teamwork.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience managing outside counsel and handling international legal matters.
- Background in conducting internal investigations.
Compensation & Benefits
- Base salary range: $115,000 - $165,000 USD, determined by experience, skills, and location.
- Eligibility for a market-competitive incentive opportunity.
- Employer-subsidized medical, vision, and dental coverage for full-time employees.
- 401(k) match of 50% on contributions up to 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.
- Professional growth opportunities including access to online courses.
- Company-funded perks such as counseling membership, local retail discounts, and a personal account for the company’s software.
- Teleworking options from any registered U.S. location (role specific).
Location
Remote position based in the United States with teleworking options from any registered U.S. location.