General Counsel

AlphaStaff, Inc.; Florida; On-site; USD 225,000 - 275,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

401(k) plan

Paid Time Off

Hybrid/Office environment

Job summary

AlphaStaffHCM is seeking an experienced General Counsel to lead the Legal Department and provide practical guidance on employment, contracts, data privacy, governance, and compliance. This executive role reports to the CEO and collaborates with the Executive Leadership Team and Board.

The ideal candidate will have JD, Florida Bar status, 10–15 years of relevant experience, and prior PEO or HR-management exposure.

Qualifications

• J.D. or equivalent required with admission to the Florida Bar in good standing.
• Proven experience advising at executive level on employment, governance, and compliance matters.
• Experience with professional employer organization or HR/HC management is preferred.
• Strong business acumen and ability to translate complex legal concepts for non-legal audiences.

Responsibilities

• Provide executive-level legal guidance to the Board and senior leadership to align legal strategy with business goals.
• Lead and manage the Legal Department, including attorneys and support staff.
• Review and negotiate complex client service, vendor, and broker contracts; oversee vendor risk programs.
• Design and deliver employment law, compliance, wage/hour, leave, privacy, and AI governance training.
• Oversee audits of employment practices and immigration/ERISA compliance; monitor changes in laws.
• Manage data privacy program and cybersecurity incident response; liaise with insurance and risk teams.
• Maintain corporate governance documents, board materials, and company secretary duties.

Skills

Executive Presence

Strategic legal guidance

Stakeholder collaboration

Leadership

Communication skills

Compliance mindset

Prioritization & time management

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.) or equivalent

Florida Bar in good standing

ABA-accredited law school background

Job description

AlphaStaffHCM is seeking an experienced, creative General Counsel to lead and manage the Legal Department for the entire organization. This executive-level leader will help develop and execute the Legal Department's strategic initiatives; provide practical legal advice and counsel on employment-related matters, litigation, client and vendor contracts, data privacy, corporate governance, compliance, and other corporate legal needs; and operationalize legal guidance in a clear, business-focused manner. As a member of the Company's Executive Leadership Team reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer, this role will interface frequently with and advise key stakeholders, including the Executive Leadership Team and, periodically, the Board of Directors. The ideal candidate will bring strong executive presence, sound judgment, a collaborative "can-do" attitude, and preferably prior experience working for a Professional Employer Organization.

Salary Range: 225-275K plus bonus

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Provide executive-level strategic legal guidance to the Company's Board of Directors, Executive Leadership Team, Senior Leadership Team, HR, Client Services, and other internal teams to ensure legal strategy aligns with business goals and Company strategic priorities.
• Lead and manage the Legal Department, including Corporate Attorneys and legal administrative professionals to provide practical, day-to-day legal guidance on matters supporting client service delivery, licensing, garnishments, employee benefits compliance, and related day-to-day functions, such as:
• Review complex client service agreements, vendor contracts, and broker contracts; develop new Company contract forms as services evolve; and manage the Vendor Management and risk assessment program.
• Design and deliver employment law, workplace compliance, managerial best practices, wage and hour, leave law, responsible AI, and other Company training courses as needed.
• Support audits and compliance reviews of employment practices, including I-9, immigration-related compliance, ERISA, ACA, and employee benefit plan considerations.
• Proactively monitor changes in employment law, tax compliance, and employee benefits compliance.
• Develop and implement strategic and compliance initiatives across the organization.
• Advise on escalated issues related to clients, employees, compliance, and HR-related matters.
• Oversee dispute and litigation management in partnership with Corporate Counsel and outside counsel, including subpoenas, garnishments, litigation holds, and EPLI claims support.
• Serve as the owner and leader of company benefits compliance guidance, including group health plan and retirement plan compliance.
• Oversee 401(k) administration and related professional work.
• Manage the Company's data privacy program and monitor domestic privacy and data protection developments.
• Counsel on emerging technologies, data governance, and privacy and data protection language in agreements with clients, vendors, and affiliates, including driving AI literacy across the organization and serving as a member of the AI Governance Committee.
• Work with the Company's insurance broker on corporate insurance renewals and manage cybersecurity incident response and remediation.
• Oversee the Company's intellectual property portfolio.
• Maintain corporate governance processes and documentation, including Board and committee materials and governance policies; attend Board meetings as necessary and perform Company Secretary functions.
• Perform such other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Education & Experience:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) or equivalent.
• Law degree from an ABA-accredited law school and member in good standing of the Florida Bar or Florida In-House Authorized and resident of the State of Florida.
• 10 to 15 years of relevant legal experience with a law firm and/or in-house, with meaningful experience in employment law; a combination of law firm and in-house experience is preferred.
• Experience working for a Professional Employer Organization or Human Capital Management company, including ERISA experience, is strongly preferred.
• Working knowledge of federal and state employment laws across multiple U.S. jurisdictions.
• Experience providing practical, business-oriented legal advice and building effective relationships with internal business partners.
• Ability to manage multiple matters independently in a fast-paced environment with competing priorities.
• Executive Presence: Demonstrates confidence, sound judgment, and credibility when advising executive leaders, senior stakeholders, and Board members.
• Business Partnership: Provides practical, business-oriented legal guidance and aligns legal strategy with Company goals.
• Communication Skills: Translates complex legal concepts into clear, actionable guidance for legal and non-legal audiences.
• Leadership: Leads legal professionals and cross-functional initiatives with a collaborative, "can-do" approach.
• Organization and Efficiency: Manages competing priorities, escalated matters, and complex projects with strong attention to detail.
• Adaptability: Thrives in a fast-paced, client-service-oriented environment and remains steady under pressure.
• Compliance Mindset: Proactively monitors legal, regulatory, tax, employee benefits, privacy, cybersecurity, and AI governance developments.

This position is primarily office-based, with work performed on a computer in either a corporate office or a remote home office setting. Occasional travel may be required as necessary for business needs and to attend company events. The role may require using telephones, participating in virtual or in-person meetings, and completing training sessions. The environment is designed to be accessible and inclusive, and reasonable accommodations will be provided as needed to support individuals with disabilities.

What We Offer

We are proud to provide a comprehensive and competitive total rewards package designed to support your health, financial security, and overall well-being. Highlights include:

Competitive Compensation

• Salary package aligned with experience and market standards.

Robust Benefits Package

• Medical Insurance: More than 80% employer-covered for employees and approximately 56-66% employer-covered for dependents (varies by United Healthcare plan).
• Supplemental Insurance Options
• HSA & FSA Eligibility:
• Includes a $1,000 employer HSA contribution for eligible plans
• Pet Insurance Available
• And more
• 401(k) plan with company contribution

Wellness & Work-Life Support

Your holistic well-being matters to us. We offer:

• A year-round wellness event calendar
• Wellness challenges
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for confidential support
• Employee discount program
• A culture that encourages balance and personal wellness

Paid Time Off

• Generous PTO
• Paid holidays
• Floating holiday
• Volunteer time off, empowering you to give back

Company Overview:

Since 1997, AlphaStaffHCM has delivered HR outsourcing solutions to thousands of small and medium-sized businesses across the country, as well as some large organizations. AlphaStaffHCM is majority-owned by its management team, giving it the freedom to invest in its employees and client relationships to drive long-term value. With a dynamic, adaptable approach, we continually find the best solutions to meet our clients' needs. We help our clients improve talent management, compliance, employee benefits, and HR technology by creating tailored solutions. Our experienced leadership team comprises thought leaders in the human capital management and insurance sectors. We are constantly looking for "athletes"- driven and passionate individuals, to join our dynamic team. Our company culture emphasizes diversity and a collaborative environment where everyone's opinion is valued. As a team, we have one mission: to create Raving Fans with every interaction as we help our clients solve day-to-day human capital challenges better, faster, and smarter.

Disclaimers:

AlphaStaff, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and does not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), past or present military service, disability, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. AlphaStaff, Inc. also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.

To help ensure a safe, healthy, and productive work environment for our employees and others, to protect company property, and to ensure efficient operations, AlphaStaff, Inc. has adopted a policy of maintaining a workplace free of drugs and alcohol. Employees and applicants may be requested to submit to drug and alcohol testing in accordance with applicable law.

This job posting is a corporate role within AlphaStaff's internal team and is not associated with client-facing staffing services but is intended for hiring within our internal operations.