Labor & Employment Counsel

PAX Technology; Jacksonville, Northern (FL, KY); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life & AD&D insurance

401(k) match

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Certification reimbursement

Employee recognition

Team building stipend

Job summary

PAX Technology in Jacksonville, FL seeks an experienced Labor & Employment Counsel to provide strategic guidance on employment matters, report to the General Counsel, and partner with HR and business leaders to navigate employee relations, investigations, and compliance.

You will help shape policies, monitor changes in laws, advise on terminations and leave matters, and support audits and contract reviews. Join a global payments leader dedicated to innovation and a collaborative culture.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school with an active license to practice law.
• 4+ years of labor and employment law experience.
• Strong knowledge of federal employment laws including FMLA, ADA, Title VII, FLSA, ADEA.
• Familiarity with employment laws across all U.S. states, with Florida expertise.
• Experience advising on employee relations, investigations, leave matters, discipline, and terminations.
• Excellent legal research, analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and provide timely legal support.

Responsibilities

• Advise HR and business leaders on day-to-day labor and employment matters, including employee relations, performance management, and terminations.
• Provide guidance on FMLA, ADA, accommodations, leaves of absence, and other employment compliance matters.
• Provide counsel and guidance on investigations involving harassment, discrimination, retaliation, and other employee concerns.
• Review and advise on employment-related agreements, policies, notices, and employee communications.
• Draft and update employment policies and procedures to ensure compliance with applicable laws.
• Monitor changes in federal, state, and local employment laws and advise the organization on required actions.
• Partner with HR on reductions in force, reorganizations, and other workforce-related initiatives.
• Assist with EEOC, DOL, and other governmental agency claims, investigations, and inquiries.
• Provide practical, business-focused legal guidance to mitigate employment-related risk.
• Assist with contract review, drafting, negotiation, and related legal matters.
• Support audits, compliance initiatives, and other employment-related legal projects as needed.

Skills

Labor & Employment law

Regulatory compliance

Investigations

Policy drafting

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Independent work

Education

J.D. degree

Job description

At PAX , you’ll work alongside a collaborative, forward-thinking team in a fast-paced environment where innovation is encouraged and ideas move quickly from concept to reality.

Labor & Employment Counsel Job Summary:

The Labor & Employment Counsel will provide legal support and strategic guidance to the organization on employment-related matters. This role will report to the General Counsel and work closely with HR and business leaders to help navigate employee relations issues, workplace investigations, leave and accommodation matters, employment decisions, and compliance requirements. The Labor & Employment Counsel will also support the organization in managing employment-related risk, interpreting changes in applicable laws and regulations, and ensuring employment practices and policies are legally sound.

• Advise HR and business leaders on day-to-day labor and employment matters, including employee relations, performance management, and terminations.
• Provide guidance on FMLA, ADA, accommodations, leaves of absence, and other employment compliance matters.
• Provide counsel and guidance on investigations involving harassment, discrimination, retaliation, and other employee concerns.
• Review and advise on employment-related agreements, policies, notices, and employee communications.
• Draft and update employment policies and procedures to ensure compliance with applicable laws.
• Monitor changes in federal, state, and local employment laws and advise the organization on required actions.
• Partner with HR on reductions in force, reorganizations, and other workforce-related initiatives.
• Assist with EEOC, DOL, and other governmental agency claims, investigations, and inquiries.
• Provide practical, business-focused legal guidance to mitigate employment-related risk.
• Assist with contract review, drafting, negotiation, and related legal matters.
• Support audits, compliance initiatives, and other employment-related legal projects as needed.

What You’ll Need:

• J.D. from an accredited law school with an active license to practice law and in good standing.
• 4+ years of labor and employment law experience, preferably supporting corporate or in-house clients.
• Strong knowledge of federal employment laws, including FMLA, ADA, Title VII, FLSA, ADEA, and related regulations.
• Familiarity with employment laws across all U.S. states, with particular expertise in Florida employment law.
• Experience advising on employee relations, workplace investigations, accommodations, leave matters, disciplinary actions, and terminations.
• Excellent legal research, analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to provide practical, business-focused advice.
• Ability to work independently and provide timely legal support on an as-needed basis.

Who We Are

PAX Technology is redefining the future of payments—and we’re looking for bold thinkers, builders, and innovators to join us.

As a global leader in payment solutions, we power millions of devices across 120+ countries, helping businesses deliver faster, smarter, and more seamless commerce experiences.

We’re not just building hardware—we’re building solutions. With a dynamic ecosystem of partners, cutting-edge technology, and a relentless focus on innovation, we’re transforming what’s possible in payments. If you’re ready to make an impact in a fast-moving, global tech environment, we want to hear from you.

Life at PAX

What can PAX do for you?

We offer comprehensive benefits packages including:

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and AD&D insurance
• 401(k) Plan with employer match
• Paid vacation and paid holidays
• Tuition and professional certification reimbursement
• Internal employee recognition and rewards
• Quarterly stipend for team building activities

PAX is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of recruitment and employment.