Deputy General Counsel, Employment Law

Overview

A leading organization in the Finance & Insurance sector is seeking a Deputy General Counsel specializing in Employment Law. This role involves managing legal HR, employment, and recruiting matters on a global scale, providing legal counsel across multiple departments, and leading a global team of employment attorneys. The position offers significant visibility, growth opportunities, and the chance to impact business outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Manage all legal aspects related to HR, employment, and recruiting worldwide
• Provide legal advice to HR, finance, and recruiting teams on employment issues
• Advise on executive compensation and complex equity structures
• Lead and develop a global employment law team
• Build and scale a global employment legal infrastructure
• Select and oversee outside counsel for specialized employment matters
• Support HR with internal investigations and employee interviews
• Collaborate with product and business development teams on company projects
• Manage legal requests and ensure alignment of legal guidance with business strategy

Requirements

• Active state bar membership or eligibility to serve as in-house counsel
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in employment law, either at a top-tier law firm or in-house legal team
• Expertise in drafting and negotiating employment and severance agreements
• Experience handling cross-jurisdictional employment matters
• Strong advisory skills related to compensation program design and governance
• Proven ability to build trust and provide practical business advice
• Comfortable working in fast-paced, multicultural environments

Preferred Qualifications

• Expertise in U.S. employment law
• Legal drafting proficiency
• Knowledge of compensation structures including equity and bonus design
• Familiarity with international employment law due to global operations
• Understanding of financial compliance regulations relevant to finance and compensation
• Experience with legal technology tools for document management and collaboration

Compensation & Benefits

• Annual salary range: $300,000 – $360,000
• Competitive total compensation package
• Learning and development programs
• Team building initiatives and company events
• Wellness and meal allowances
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage for employees and dependents

Location

• Remote position
• Candidates must be based in the United States
• No visa sponsorship available