Global Employment Counsel & HR Relations Lead

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & Dental coverage

Retirement benefits

Employee stock programs

Tuition reimbursement

Bonuses & relocation

Job summary

Apple Inc. in New York City is seeking an employment attorney to join its Labor & Employment Law team, providing practical, day‑to‑day legal support on matters affecting a global workforce.

You will partner with HR and business leaders on employee relations, investigations, and advise on federal and state employment laws, while coordinating with senior counsel on litigation and agency charges. The role emphasizes clear guidance, collaboration with HR and management, and ongoing legal training.

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.

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 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.

Skills

Labor & employment law

Education

JD degree

Job description

Apple Inc. in New York City is seeking an employment attorney to join its Labor & Employment Law team, providing practical, day‑to‑day legal support on matters affecting a global workforce.

You will partner with HR and business leaders on employee relations, investigations, and advise on federal and state employment laws, while coordinating with senior counsel on litigation and agency charges. The role emphasizes clear guidance, collaboration with HR and management, and ongoing legal training.