Sr. Lead Counsel - Employment Litigation (Remote)

Overview

An organization specializing in cybersecurity is seeking an experienced litigation attorney to join their Employment Legal team. This role involves managing a broad range of employment-related litigation and arbitration matters, providing strategic legal advice, and overseeing outside counsel. The position reports to the VP, Legal - Employment and offers remote work options, preferably for candidates near Austin, TX; Sunnyvale, CA; or Arlington, VA, with additional locations in Dallas, TX and California.

Responsibilities

• Manage all phases of employment-related litigation and arbitration, including pre-litigation disputes, discovery, motions, trial and arbitration preparation, hearings, settlement negotiations, and appellate work.
• Develop arbitration and litigation strategies in collaboration with internal legal teams and business leaders to align with company goals and mitigate risk.
• Engage, manage, and direct outside counsel to ensure cost-effective and favorable outcomes; review and approve billing to comply with legal budgets.
• Conduct and oversee internal investigations related to employment matters such as workplace discrimination, harassment, and wage disputes; advise on dispute resolution methods.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws, particularly regarding arbitration agreements and employment law compliance.
• Monitor regulatory developments impacting employment arbitration and dispute resolution.
• Collaborate with departments including HR, finance, and operations to provide strategic legal counsel on employment initiatives and dispute resolution.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Active bar membership in good standing in the relevant state or ability to obtain in-house counsel licensure.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in employment litigation, arbitration, and dispute resolution, including single plaintiff claims, wage and hour disputes, and class actions.
• Expertise in employment law, arbitration procedures, and regulatory compliance.
• Strong understanding of arbitration clauses, arbitrator selection, and dispute resolution strategies.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, capable of explaining legal issues clearly to non-legal stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Resourceful self-starter comfortable managing multiple projects.
• Pragmatic approach to risk mitigation considering commercial factors.
• Experience developing standardized litigation and arbitration processes from complaint to resolution.
• Positive attitude and strong work ethic.
• Willingness to travel as required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience handling international arbitration or cross-border employment disputes.
• First or second chair litigation experience.
• Expertise in conducting internal investigations.
• Experience with Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA) cases.

Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary range: $185,000 - $255,000 per year (U.S. candidates).
• Eligibility for bonuses and equity grants.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, 401(k), and paid time off.
• Market-competitive compensation and equity awards.
• Physical and mental wellness programs.
• Paid parental and adoption leave.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Employee networks and volunteer opportunities.

Location

Remote work is available, with preference for candidates located within driving distance of:

• Austin, TX
• Sunnyvale, CA
• Arlington, VA

Additional locations include Dallas, TX and California.

The organization is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion, providing equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic by law.