Senior Legal Counsel (Employment Law)

Safeguard Global; United States; Remote; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Safeguard Global is seeking a Senior Counsel to join their remote legal team, focusing on employment law and managing disputes across EMEA. This role involves advising senior management, drafting contracts, and collaborating with various internal teams. Ideal candidates will have a law degree, significant legal experience, and strong communication skills.

Benefits

Remote work environment

Flexible work schedule

Bonding leave

Charitable days

Reward & recognition program

Corporate bonus/SIP

Coworking space options

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of legal experience with a strong background in employment law.
• Experience managing litigation and disputes across multiple jurisdictions.
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment.

Responsibilities

• Handle employment disputes and litigation across EMEA.
• Provide legal advice on employment law matters.
• Draft and negotiate commercial contracts.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Business-oriented mindset

Education

Law degree

Job description

Job Title: Senior Counsel - Employment Law (Remote – EMEA Focus)

Location: Remote (EMEA time zones preferred)
Reports to: Director of Legal
Employment Type: Full-time

Ready to join the future of work?

Become part of a remote and hybrid first*, global company spanning across the Americas, Europe, and Asia for A Job That Works for You. You will become among 2000+ Guardians worldwide, embracing YOUR unique approach to work. ?

Our vision of the future of work is “Work In Any Way” which offers flexibility for where you work, it empowers you to define your ideal work environment, unbound by the traditional notions of what work should look like. Most importantly, it puts people first! ?

About the Role
We are seeking a skilled and proactive Senior Counsel to join our fully remote legal team. This position will focus on managing employment-related disputes and litigation across the EMEA region, while also supporting a wide range of commercial matters including supply chain agreements and day-to-day legal issues. You will work closely with cross-functional teams and advise senior management on risk mitigation, regulatory compliance, and contractual strategy.

Key Responsibilities

• Handle employment disputes and litigation across EMEA, coordinating with external counsel as needed.
• Provide legal advice and support on employment law matters, including internal investigations, terminations, and employee relations.
• Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of commercial contracts, including supply chain and procurement agreements.
• Advise on legal risks and mitigation strategies across various business functions.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders including HR, Operations, Procurement, and Sales.
• Monitor legal and regulatory developments in key EMEA jurisdictions and provide updates and guidance to business teams.
• Support broader legal department initiatives and contribute to the continuous improvement of legal processes and templates.

Qualifications

• Law degree and current license to practice law
• Minimum 5 years of legal experience, with a strong background in employment law and commercial contracting.
• Experience handling or managing litigation and disputes, ideally across multiple jurisdictions in EMEA.
• Ability to work independently and remotely, while managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to influence and build trust across cultures and functions.
• Business-oriented mindset and sound judgment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior in-house legal experience.
• Familiarity with global or cross-border legal issues.
• Experience supporting supply chain or procurement functions.

What We Offer

• A fully remote work environment
• The opportunity to work with a collaborative and globally distributed team
• A high-impact role with room to grow and shape the legal function

Who we are and what we do:

Safeguard Global is…Global! We help 1500+ companies hire, manage, and pay employees in 170+ countries. Join us to meet diverse talent, explore new cultures, and connect with amazing folks from around the globe. ️

Our Global Benefits

• ? ? Autonomy & Flexibility (Work in Any Way): Remote first, with the flexibility to include school runs and gym breaks in your schedule all while maintaining a high standard of work.
• ? ? Bonding Leave: Enjoy paid leave to bond with your new family member.
• ? 2 Charitable Days: Contribute to causes you believe in.
• ? Reward & Recognition Program: Be rewarded for your success and championing our values.
• ? Corporate bonus/SIP: All Guardians are eligible for our annual bonus scheme or sales incentive plan.
• ? Coworking Space: Need to meet with a client, utilize admin services or just get out of the house? We’ve got you covered with flexible workspace options based on location.

Why become a Guardian:

• ️ International Environment: Grow your network internationally and collaborate across the world. Interact, discover cultures, and tap into local expertise.
• Our Culture: We emphasize the people factor in everything we do. Our nurturing culture ensures your ideas reach our leaders and your contributions get the recognition they deserve.
• ? Learning: We support your continuous growth by providing access to 2 learning platforms, where you can learn at your own pace.

Next Steps:

To express your interest, please click on the following link. We wish you the best with your application. Our Guardian promise to you is to keep in touch to arrange the next stage should your application meet the position's requirements, and or a gentle update if you have been unsuccessful at this time.

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At Safeguard Global, we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and Guardians.