Senior Global Employment Counsel - Strategic HR

Skillsoft Corporation; New Hampshire; On-site; USD 175,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

Skillsoft Corporation seeks a Principal Employment Counsel in the United States to partner with People Team and business leaders on a broad range of employment matters. The role emphasizes risk assessment, practical solutions, and global compliance across jurisdictions.

Responsibilities include advising on hiring, onboarding, performance, investigations, and dispute management, while developing scalable employment practices aligned with Skillsoft's objectives.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school with bar admission.
• Extensive experience in employment law and corporate matters.
• Experience advising across jurisdictions is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide timely, solutions-focused employment advice to internal clients.
• Draft, review and negotiate employment documents and policies.
• Advise on global employment compliance and investigations.
• Manage disputes, investigations, and regulatory matters with stakeholders.

Skills

US employment law

Workplace investigations

Contract drafting

Risk assessment

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication skills

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Active bar membership

Job description

Skillsoft Corporation seeks a Principal Employment Counsel in the United States to partner with People Team and business leaders on a broad range of employment matters. The role emphasizes risk assessment, practical solutions, and global compliance across jurisdictions.

Responsibilities include advising on hiring, onboarding, performance, investigations, and dispute management, while developing scalable employment practices aligned with Skillsoft's objectives.