Corporate Counsel - Employment - Global Technology Company

I'm partnered with a large, globally recognized organization operating in the technology space, supporting enterprise clients across a range of industries. The company offers a structured, fast-paced environment where the legal team plays an integral role in supporting business operations and managing risk at scale.

The role sits within a collaborative legal group that works closely with Human Resources and business leadership on a wide range of employment matters. This position provides strong visibility across the organization and requires an in-office presence to support real-time engagement with internal stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day advice and counseling on a wide range of U.S. employment law matters, supporting HR and business stakeholders
• Partner closely with HR to manage employee relations issues, including investigations, grievances, and disciplinary matters
• Draft, review, and update separation agreements, releases, and other employment-related documentation
• Advise on employee terminations and disciplinary actions, ensuring legal compliance and risk mitigation
• Respond to administrative agency matters, including EEOC charges, Department of Labor inquiries, and other regulatory investigations
• Assist with employment-related litigation matters, including coordinating strategy and managing outside counsel
• Handle subpoenas and document requests, ensuring timely and accurate responses
• Develop and enhance employment-related policies, trainings, and internal processes to support compliance and consistency
• Maintain and organize employment law-related records, files, and tracking systems
• Provide guidance to internal legal team members and contribute to the development of overall employment law strategy

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor and active bar admission in at least one U.S. jurisdiction
• 8+ years of experience focused on employment law, including litigation and advisory work
• Prior in-house experience or strong client-facing counseling experience preferred
• Demonstrated experience handling employee relations issues, investigations, and agency matters
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to assess risk and deliver practical, business-oriented guidance
• Experience managing outside counsel and supporting litigation strategy
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment while managing competing priorities
• Strong communication skills and ability to partner effectively with non-legal stakeholders
• Collaborative mindset and ability to work cross-functionally with HR and internal teams
• Willingness to work in an in-office environment and engage closely with stakeholders