Labor and Employment Counsel

Overview

An organization specializing in AI-powered experience orchestration platforms is seeking an experienced Labor & Employment Counsel to provide practical, business-focused legal advice on a wide range of employment and labor matters globally. This remote role in the US involves partnering closely with Human Resources and Compliance teams to mitigate risk and support a fair and inclusive workplace.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a subject matter expert on global employment matters.
• Provide day-to-day legal guidance on the full employee lifecycle, including onboarding, performance management, employee relations, leaves of absence, accommodations, disciplinary actions, and terminations.
• Collaborate with Talent Acquisition on hiring practices, offer letters, background checks, onboarding, and contingent workforce considerations.
• Draft, review, and negotiate separation, severance, and release agreements related to individual terminations, reorganizations, and reductions in force.
• Partner with Human Resources to train managers and HR professionals on employment law topics, policy interpretation, and best practices to reduce risk and promote consistency.
• Manage and oversee employment-related litigation, agency charges, audits, and investigations (including EEOC, DOL, and state agencies) in coordination with Litigation teams and outside counsel.
• Conduct and/or oversee internal investigations and advise on appropriate remedial actions.
• Support merger and acquisition transactions and related employee integration.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Active membership in good standing with at least one U.S. state bar.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience practicing employment law, preferably with a mix of law firm and in-house roles.
• Experience conducting employment-related investigations, witness interviews, drafting pleadings and motions, overseeing settlement negotiations, and participating in hearings, mediations, and alternative dispute proceedings.
• Proven ability to manage outside counsel on employment litigation matters.
• Strong oral and written communication skills with sound judgment, diplomacy, and discretion.
• Ability to think creatively and strategically.
• Demonstrated experience working effectively with senior Human Resources and operational leaders.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate across diverse and international teams.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment while maintaining high ethical standards.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience managing a broad range of legal issues and interacting closely with business leaders.

Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary range: $131,500.00 - $231,300.00, depending on experience, qualifications, skills, and location.
• Potential eligibility for commission or performance-based bonuses.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Telehealth coverage.
• Flexible work schedules and remote work opportunities.
• Development and career growth opportunities.
• Open time off policy plus 10 paid holidays.
• 401(k) matching program.
• Adoption assistance.
• Fertility treatment support.

Location

• Remote position based in the United States.