Sr Corporate Counsel

Overview

The organization is seeking a Senior Corporate Counsel to join its Legal Department. This role focuses on providing employment and legal advice to business leaders and the People Team, managing commercial and employment litigation, and assisting with whistleblower hotline and complaint responses.

Location: Remote

Reports to: Associate General Counsel, Employment & Litigation

Compensation: Competitive base salary plus performance bonus and equity eligibility

Responsibilities

• Support Associate General Counsel in managing commercial and employment litigation, including overseeing outside counsel, coordinating legal holds and discovery, investigating and responding to attorney demand letters, and negotiating claim resolutions
• Handle or coordinate unemployment appeal hearings and subpoena responses
• Investigate and defend against charges of discrimination, wage/hour audits, and other regulatory complaints; prepare position statements and responsive documents
• Monitor, research, and track changes in federal, state, and local employment laws to ensure compliance; provide updates and training
• Provide counsel on a wide range of employment issues such as hiring, background checks, contingent worker relationships, performance management, team member relations, discipline and terminations, leaves of absence and accommodations, internal investigations, wage and hour, compensation, benefits, safety, and privacy
• Draft separation agreements, employment-related agreements, letters, and other communications
• Draft or revise workplace policies, programs, procedures, and templates for the People Team and other departments
• Develop and deliver employment law training to leaders and other staff
• Assist in coordinating responses to and investigations of whistleblower and other legal complaints
• Conduct legal research and prepare memos and updates as assigned

Requirements

• Licensed to practice law in any U.S. jurisdiction
• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from a leading law school
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in employment law, either at a large law firm and/or in-house; experience in both is a plus
• Knowledge of Title VII, ADEA, ADA, FLSA, FMLA, OSHA, state laws, whistleblower laws, and other employment and benefits laws
• Familiarity with Federal and applicable state Rules of Civil Procedure
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills; ability to work effectively with various departments and senior management
• Strong research and analytical skills
• Team-oriented with a "no job is too big or too small" attitude
• Ability to balance legal risks with business needs
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-activity environment
• Strong influencing skills and ability to listen
• Excellent judgment, attention to detail, and ability to handle sensitive and confidential information
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and adapt quickly to changing priorities
• Solution-oriented with creativity in addressing new and existing issues
• Ability to perform work at a computer for 6-8+ hours daily and function in an environment with frequent interruptions
• Occasional travel may be required

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience managing outside counsel and coordinating complex litigation
• Prior involvement in employment law training and policy development

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $151,500 to $210,500 per year
• Performance-based incentives and restricted stock units eligibility
• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Health Savings Account (HSA) contributions and matching
• Dependent care Flexible Spending Account (FSA) match
• Uncapped paid time off
• Paid parental leave
• 401(k) match
• Personal and healthcare financial literacy programs
• Ongoing education and tuition assistance
• Gym and fitness reimbursement
• Wellness program incentives

Onboarding & Work Environment

• Remote position with mandatory in-person onboarding training held quarterly at the company headquarters; travel and accommodations covered
• Initial onboarding may include virtual self-paced training followed by onsite sessions
• Reasonable accommodations provided for qualified individuals with disabilities

Equal Opportunity

The organization is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees regardless of race, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.

Applicants should be prepared for a hiring process that values authenticity and integrity, with clear guidelines on the appropriate use of AI tools during application and interview stages.