Senior Counsel, Labor and Employment

Overview

A healthcare technology organization is seeking a Senior Counsel, Labor & Employment to serve as the lead attorney supporting a rapidly growing national workforce. This role involves providing day-to-day legal advice on employment matters, partnering closely with the People team to develop scalable systems and processes, and acting as a strategic legal partner within the company.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary legal advisor to the People team and business leaders on labor and employment matters including hiring practices, performance management, separations, leaves and accommodations, investigations, wage and hour compliance, and other key areas
• Develop and enhance labor and employment infrastructure by designing and reviewing People-related policies, procedures, and workflows to improve efficiency and effectiveness
• Act as the in-house subject matter expert by training HR business partners and People managers on labor and employment developments and best practices
• Draft, review, and negotiate employment-related agreements and documents
• Represent the organization in litigation and related disputes, including managing outside counsel

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of post-bar admission legal experience with deep expertise in labor and employment law
• Significant in-house legal experience in a fast-paced, high-growth startup environment
• Strong relationship-building skills with the ability to build consensus among colleagues with differing views
• Detail-oriented with the ability to maintain clarity without losing sight of broader objectives
• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school
• Active bar membership in good standing, including eligibility to register as New York in-house counsel

Preferred Qualifications

• Candidates based in the New York metropolitan area are preferred, but exceptional candidates nationwide will be considered

Compensation and Benefits

• Base salary range: $179,200 - $280,000, dependent on qualifications, experience, and geographic location
• Potential eligibility for equity grants based on position and level
• Comprehensive benefits package including:
  • Equity compensation
  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Health Savings Account (HSA) / Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Work-from-home stipend
  • Therapy reimbursement
  • 16-week parental leave for eligible employees
  • Fertility benefits including annual reimbursement and membership
  • 13 paid holidays plus a holiday break between December 25th and 31st
  • Flexible paid time off
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Training and professional development opportunities

Location

While preference is given to candidates in the New York metro area, remote candidates nationwide will be considered based on qualifications.

Equal Opportunity and Accommodation

The organization is committed to diversity and inclusion across all dimensions including race, ethnicity, gender, sexuality, age, national origin, religion, family status, disability, military status, and experience. Reasonable accommodations are provided for persons with disabilities during the application and employment process upon request.

Additional Information

The employer participates in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility. Applicants should be cautious of recruitment fraud and only apply through official channels.