Employment Counsel

Overview

A global organization is seeking a Senior Employment Counsel to join their Legal Team. This role involves managing all US labor and employment matters and supporting international employment legal services across the UK, EU, India, and LATAM. Reporting to the Global Employment Counsel, the position partners closely with People Operations, Talent Acquisition, and other HR teams to provide legal guidance for over 1,700 employees worldwide.

Responsibilities

• Lead US employment law operations and execution, collaborating with global counsel and local legal teams.
• Provide legal advice on a broad range of employment issues including HR practices, performance management, terminations, recruiting, hiring, background checks, compensation and benefits, leaves and accommodations, wage and hour, consultants and contractors, sales commission and bonus plans, and restrictive covenants.
• Counsel on US federal and state laws related to discrimination, harassment, and retaliation.
• Conduct US employment risk assessments and advise on mitigation strategies aligned with business growth.
• Serve as escalation point for complex US employment matters such as reductions in force, reorganizations, and sensitive terminations.
• Advise on workforce transformations including reorganizations, site openings/closures, and post-merger integrations with US leadership responsibility and global coordination.
• Manage US employment litigation and agency matters, including EEOC, DOL, state agencies, and arbitration, coordinating with outside counsel as needed.
• Develop, implement, and govern US employment policies, playbooks, and manager guidance materials to ensure scalability and consistency.
• Partner with People leadership on legal implications of new programs, benefits, and workplace initiatives.
• Create and deliver legal training programs for managers and employees on employment law topics.
• Monitor and interpret new and changing employment laws impacting the business and implement compliance measures.
• Coordinate with global counsel and local legal teams to ensure alignment of employment policies and risk posture worldwide.

Requirements

• JD from an accredited US law school (or international equivalent) and membership in any US jurisdiction bar with ability to practice in-house in New York.
• Minimum 9 years of experience as a labor and employment attorney, including both law firm and in-house roles.
• Extensive knowledge of US federal, state, and local employment laws with demonstrated experience handling a wide variety of employment matters.
• Strong drafting, negotiation, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Collaborative mindset with a commitment to inclusion and innovation.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with international employment laws, particularly in the EU, UK, Mexico, Brazil, or India.
• Fluency in a foreign language, especially Spanish.
• Experience with US and international data privacy and security issues.
• Experience with US and/or international immigration matters.

Compensation & Benefits

• Flexible vacation and generous parental leave.
• Holistic benefits supporting mental wellbeing, physical health, and financial planning.
• Engaging perks and discounts.
• Support for employee growth, development, and happiness.

Location

• This is a fully remote position based in the US with no regular in-office requirements.
• Remote employees are encouraged to participate in key company and team events to maintain connection and engagement.

Equal Opportunity

The organization provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or other protected characteristics. Workplace harassment is strictly prohibited.

This role offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic, global environment providing critical legal support on employment matters. Candidates with a strong US employment law background and interest in expanding global employment expertise are encouraged to apply.