Sr Corporate Counsel

Paychex; West Palm Beach, Saint Petersburg, Irving (FL, FL, TX); On-site; USD 145,000 - 229,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

401(k) + employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Adoption assistance

Job summary

Paychex is seeking a senior in-house attorney to advise and support Paychex’s PEO and Insurance Agency; responsibilities include overseeing EPLI claims and litigation, drafting and negotiating contracts, and providing employment law and regulatory compliance guidance.

This role emphasizes strategic thinking, collaboration with senior leaders, and business-focused legal advice to drive Paychex initiatives while managing high-value matters in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree required.
• Admission to at least one US State bar in good standing.
• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience, preferably with PEOs and employment or commercial litigation.
• Ability to manage high-volume, varied workload proactively.
• Ability to handle complex, high-value matters independently.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of EPLI claims, including overseeing outside counsel, settlements, strategy, coverage issues, carrier coordination, and reporting.
• Manage non-EPLI litigation (commercial and employment) and government agency proceedings.
• Review, draft, and negotiate commercial contracts.
• Provide general legal support to Paychex PEO and Paychex Insurance Agency in employment law, regulatory compliance and licensing, health and welfare and retirement benefits, employment tax, and GTM initiatives.
• Other responsibilities may be assigned.

Skills

Legal expertise

Contract negotiation

Stakeholder collaboration

Analytical thinking

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Overview

Responsible for advising and supporting Paychex’s professional employer organization (PEO) and insurance agency.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of employment practices liability insurance (EPLI) claims, including overseeing outside counsel, settlement, strategy, coverage issues, carrier coordination, supporting internal and external stakeholders, and reporting.


• Manage non-EPLI litigation (commercial and employment) and government agency proceedings.


• Review, draft, and negotiate commercial contracts.


• Provide general legal support to Paychex PEO and Paychex Insurance Agency in areas including employment law, regulatory compliance and licensing, health and welfare and retirement benefits, employment tax, and product and go-to-market (GTM) initiatives.


• Other responsibilities may be assigned.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD)


• Admission to at least one US State bar in good standing


• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience (required), experience with PEOs and employment or commercial litigation (preferred)


• Ability to manage high volume, varied workload proactively


• Ability to handle complex, high-value matters independently


• Ability to partner effectively with internal and external stakeholders including senior leaders and approach legal matters with a business-oriented mindset


• Excellent communication, analytic, and strategic thinking skills

Compensation

In the spirit of pay transparency, we are excited to share that the starting base pay range for this position is $145,400 - $228,500 annually. Please keep in mind that this range is the base pay only and does not consider other components that make up the total rewards package for the position. If you are hired at Paychex, your overall compensation will be determined based on factors such as geographic location, skills, education, and/or experience which may result in total compensation outside of this range.

Live the Paychex Values

• Act with uncompromising integrity.


• Provide outstanding service and build trusted relationships.


• Drive innovation in our products and services and continually improve our processes.


• Work in partnership and support each other.


• Be personally accountable and deliver on commitments.


• Treat each other with respect and dignity.

What’s in it for you?

• We value your well-being: We provide over 21 comprehensive rewards, including medical coverage, virtual wellness classes, tuition reimbursement, 401(k) + employer match, adoption assistance, financial assistance, and much more.


• We value your time: From paid time off to company holidays, culture days, and comprehensive work-life balance programs, we will ensure you have the flexibility you need to be your best.


• We value your development: Our award‑winning training and development programs empower our employees with ongoing learning opportunities to give you the building blocks to grow your career.


• We value your perspective: Our company culture reflects the diversity of our employees. We want you to be you and your voice to be heard.


• We value our communities: We offer paid time off for volunteerism and promote many company‑wide and local initiatives that benefit organizations you care about.

Note: The benefits described apply to full‑time employees. Benefits for part‑time, contract, and intern roles may vary.

Paychex is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering a respectful and inclusive workplace where all individuals are treated fairly and evaluated based on their qualifications, experience, and merit. We comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws prohibiting discrimination in employment.