Lead Senior Employment & Commercial Litigation Counsel

TikTok USDS Joint Venture; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 229,000 - 419,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Paid time off & holidays

Job summary

TikTok USDS Joint Venture LLC is seeking an experienced Senior Employment & Commercial Litigation Counsel to lead employment and commercial litigation matters. The role collaborates closely with HR, Employment Legal, and ER teams to manage pre-litigation and litigation strategy.

Ideal candidates bring a strong track record handling high-stakes matters in fast-paced tech environments, with both firm and in-house experience, and excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

• J.D. degree from an accredited law school and active bar membership in good standing
• 12+ years of litigation experience including employment and complex civil/commercial matters
• Expert knowledge of California and Federal employment law and civil procedure
• Proven track record leading cross-disciplinary litigation teams and investigations
• Excellent written and oral communication with practical legal guidance

Responsibilities

• Lead daily employment litigation matters and manage pre-litigation strategies
• Oversee complex civil/commercial litigation from pre-litigation to appeal
• Oversee e-Discovery workflows, budgeting, and external counsel management
• Advise cross-functional teams on litigation risk and dispute resolution

Skills

Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree

11+ years of litigation experience

California and Federal employment law

Cross-disciplinary litigation lead

Strong written and oral communication

High EQ relationship-building

Integrity and sound judgment

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Job description

TikTok USDS Joint Venture LLC is seeking an experienced Senior Employment & Commercial Litigation Counsel to lead employment and commercial litigation matters. The role collaborates closely with HR, Employment Legal, and ER teams to manage pre-litigation and litigation strategy.

Ideal candidates bring a strong track record handling high-stakes matters in fast-paced tech environments, with both firm and in-house experience, and excellent communication skills.