Employment Counsel

Apple Inc.; Brownsell Corner (NY); On-site; USD 179,000 - 308,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock programs

Medical and dental coverage

Tuition reimbursement

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Apple Inc. is seeking an employment attorney to join the Labor & Employment Law team, providing day-to-day practical legal support for a global workforce.

You will partner with HR and business leaders on employee relations matters, assist with investigations, and help manage outside counsel on litigation and charges. The role emphasizes clear guidance and continuous learning in a fast-moving environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant legal experience in labor and employment law.
• Knowledge of federal and state employment regulations (ADA, ADEA, FMLA, FLSA, NLRA, etc.).
• JD or equivalent, admitted to at least one US state bar.

Responsibilities

• Advise HR and business leaders on employee and labor relations issues.
• Support internal workplace investigations.
• Manage outside counsel on employment litigation and charges.
• Develop and deliver legal training on employment law and Apple policy.
• Apply federal and state labor and employment laws to everyday business questions.
• Collaborate with HR, employee relations and management on personnel matters.

Skills

Employee relations

Investigations

Litigation support

External counsel management

Education

Juris Doctor

Job description

New City, New York, United States Corporate Functions

The people here at Apple don't just build products. They build the kind of wonder thats revolutionized entire industries. Its the diversity of those people and their ideas that fuels the innovation running through everything we do, from groundbreaking technology to industry-leading environmental efforts. Apple's Legal organization safeguards that innovation and the culture behind it, and our Labor & Employment Law team sits at the center of how Apple treats its people worldwide. We're looking for an employment attorney to join this team and provide practical, day-to-day legal support on the issues that matter most to a global workforce.

Description

You’ll partner with Human Resources and business leaders on employee and labor relations matters, support internal investigations, and help apply employment law to real situations across a fast-moving, global business. You’ll work alongside more senior counsel on litigation matters and administrative charges, and you’ll build strong working relationships with HR and management as a responsive, reliable legal partner.Key focus areas include:Supporting HR and management on day-to-day employee relations issuesAssisting with workplace investigations under the guidance of senior counselHelping manage outside counsel on litigation and agency chargesContributing to legal training for HR and management teams

Responsibilities

• Advise HR professionals and business leaders on employee and labor relations issues, including discipline, terminations, leaves of absence, and accommodations
• Support internal investigations into workplace complaints, working closely with senior counsel on sensitive matters
• Assist in managing outside counsel on employment litigation and administrative charges
• Help develop and deliver legal training to HR and management on employment law and Apple policy
• Apply federal and state labor and employment laws (ADA, ADEA, FMLA, FLSA, NLRA, and related state equivalents) to everyday business questions
• Partner with HR, employee relations, and business stakeholders to work through personnel matters with sound legal judgment
• Stay current on employment law and regulatory developments and flag relevant changes to the broader team
• Respond to time-sensitive legal questions from HR and management with clear, practical guidance

Minimum Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant legal experience in labor and employment law
• Solid working knowledge of federal and state labor and employment laws and regulations (including ADA, ADEA, FMLA, FLSA, NLRA, etc.)
• JD or equivalent degree, with admission to at least one US state bar

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience managing multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, with the ability to explain legal concepts clearly to non-legal audiences
• Strong client relationship skills and a collaborative approach to working with HR and management
• Prior experience supporting management or HR teams directly
• Comfort working through ambiguous situations without established precedent
• A sense of humor and an unwavering commitment to professionalism

At Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $179,200 and $307,700, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple’s discretionary employee stock programs. Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple’s Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You’ll also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, reimbursement for certain educational expenses — including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation. Learn more about Apple Benefits

• Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple’s discretionary employee stock programs.
• Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple’s Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• You’ll also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, reimbursement for certain educational expenses — including tuition.
• Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation.

Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.

Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We seek to promote equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant

At Apple, we believe accessibility is a fundamental human right. You’ll find that idea reflected in everything here — in our culture, our benefits and our digital tools. By welcoming as many perspectives as possible, we help you build a career where you feel like you belong. Learn about accessibility in Apple’s workplace Learn about reasonable accommodations for job applicants

Apple accepts applications to this posting on an ongoing basis.