Global Employment Counsel - US & Canada Focus

Stagwell; New York (NY); On-site; USD 165,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO plan

401k program

Family planning benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Pre-tax commuter benefits

Job summary

Stagwell in New York City is seeking a talented employment attorney with experience advising on U.S. federal and multi-state employment law and litigation management. You will partner with the HR team and global agencies to deliver strategic legal guidance on a broad range of matters.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in Big Law or in-house settings, strong drafting and communication skills, and the ability to provide business-friendly advice across multiple jurisdictions.

Qualifications

• J.D. with New York Bar admission.
• 5+ years of experience in Big Law and/or in-house legal departments, advising on U.S. federal and multi-state employment law.
• Canadian/EMEA/APAC employment law experience is a plus.
• Outstanding writing, drafting and communication skills.
• Strong judgment and attention to detail.
• Ability to translate complex legal advice into business terms.
• Ability to manage a large volume of work with prioritization.
• Team player with integrity and professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Oversee employment law across the U.S. and other global markets as needed, advising HR leaders and business teams.
• Provide day-to-day advice on investigations, HR practices, performance management, terminations, recruiting, compensation and benefits, wage and hour issues.
• Deliver proactive, risk-based guidance and counsel to senior leadership and HR.
• Advise on investigations, litigation strategy, workforce restructuring, regulatory risk, and reputational concerns.
• Manage disputes across global markets and develop frameworks for evaluating claims.
• Lead cross-functional projects to sustain employment law compliance across jurisdictions.
• Collaborate with legal and People Operations on equity awards and compliance.

Skills

Employment law

Litigation management

Education

J.D.

New York Bar

Job description

Stagwell in New York City is seeking a talented employment attorney with experience advising on U.S. federal and multi-state employment law and litigation management. You will partner with the HR team and global agencies to deliver strategic legal guidance on a broad range of matters.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in Big Law or in-house settings, strong drafting and communication skills, and the ability to provide business-friendly advice across multiple jurisdictions.