VP – Associate General Counsel, Labor and Employment

Maximus; United States; Remote; USD 260,000 - 380,000; Full time

Job summary

Maximus, a global leader in government services, seeks a VP – Associate General Counsel, Labor and Employment, to guide strategic labor and employment legal matters from a remote US base. You will counsel HR and senior leadership, oversee complex investigations and litigation, and manage outside counsel for cost-effective outcomes.

You will monitor US and international employment regulations, drive policy development, and foster a high-performance, inclusive legal team within a dynamic,

Qualifications

• Proven expertise in labor and employment law and related US/Canada/UK/Europe regulations.
• Experience leading a multidisciplinary legal team and advising executives.
• Strong policy development and risk management capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead employment law strategy and risk management globally.
• Provide counsel on hiring, discipline, terminations, pay and benefits, investigations.
• Manage employment-related litigation and outside counsel effectively.
• Develop policies aligned with HR and business goals and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Monitor regulatory changes and influence policy in labor and employment space.

Skills

Labor & employment law expertise

Leadership of legal teams

Regulatory compliance

Litigation management

Education

JD from ABA-accredited law school

Bar admission in US states

13+ years experience in regulated environment

Job description

VP – Associate General Counsel, Labor and Employment

General information

Date

Monday, October 26, 2026

City

Remote

Country

United States

Working time

Full-time

Description & Requirements

The VP & Associate General Counsel, Labor & Employment serves as the company’s senior legal leader and primary subject-matter expert for labor and employment matters. As a member of the Chief Legal Officer’s Leadership Team, this role provides strategic, practical, and business-focused legal counsel to Human Resources and senior leadership across a fast-paced, complex, and global organization.

The VP will advise on a broad range of labor and employment matters, anticipate and mitigate legal and regulatory risk, and partner with business leaders to develop solutions that balance compliance, employee considerations, and organizational objectives. The role will also oversee significant employment-related matters and litigation, directly and through the effective management of outside counsel.

This leader will play a critical role in protecting the company’s legal interests, strengthening employment practices, and enabling business strategy through timely, pragmatic, high-quality, and cost-effective legal guidance.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

EMPLOYMENT LAW THOUGHT LEADERSHIP AND STRATEGIC OVERSIGHT

• Develops strategies and plans to help the company identify, resolve and prevent workplace issues involving labor and employment, incorporating relevant Human Resources (HR) policies, legal requirements and business needs, and working in close partnership with HR, program teams, and other legal and compliance professionals.
• Provides counsel on legal issues related to employment matters, including hiring, discipline, terminations, pay and benefits, wage and hour law, workers’ compensation, employment agreements and policy related issues.
• Defends the company in employment-related litigation, grievances and arbitrations in the United States and globally, including through effective management of outside counsel on employment litigation or investigations to ensure high-quality and cost-effective service.
• Delivers sound legal advice and support to HR and the company on all areas of employment and employee relations matters, such as internal investigations, training, federal, state, and local employment regulations, employee complaints, organizational change activities, equity and inclusion activities, and the development and implementation of company policies and programs.
• Proactively monitors changes to US and international employment and labor regulations and helps design and influence policy that is consistent with our culture and ensures company compliance with regulating bodies.
• Ensures ongoing awareness of external perspectives (i.e., governments, advocacy organizations, thought leaders) to anticipate and identify trends and changes that influence current and future policies in the labor & employment space.

LEADERSHIP OF A HIGH PERFORMING TEAM

• Effectively lead a high-performing team of legal professionals focused on labor & employment issues.
• Actively monitor and report on trends regarding labor & employment issues across the Company.
• Create and foster an inclusive, ethical, accountable and fast-paced culture, in alignment with the Company mission.
• Drive a performance-based culture with appropriate accountability.
• Ensure effective execution of strategies, budgets, forecasting, training, innovation, operational metrics and management reporting.

CRITICAL LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES & CHARACTERISTICS

• Exceptional problem-solving skills, judgment, strategic thinking and business acumen. Ability to quickly analyze and propose a course of action.
• Excellent communication (oral and written), executive presence, organization, analytical and interpersonal skills.Ability to clearly communicate complex concepts to internal clients and external stakeholders.
• Ability to work effectively with people across all levels, cultures and geographies to build cross-functional relationships in a global, matrixed model.
• Agile learner who has a tolerance for ambiguity, can make decisions in uncertainty, and who is a problem solver who moves with speed and decisiveness.
• Engagement in all aspects of the labor and employment litigation process, including assessing risk, developing strategy, partnering with outside counsel, reviewing pleadings, and ensuring compliance with e-discovery requirements.

COMPETENCIES /CHARACTERISTICS

• Established leader in all areas of labor & employment law.
• Exceptional communicator with ability to influence and inspire others.
• Trusted advisor to executive leadership.
• Champion of change who engages broadly, who has a tolerance for ambiguity, and who can make decisions in uncertainty.
• Agile Learner who is comfortable in fast-paced environment with constant change.
• Strong collaborator who leverages internal and external networks.
• Problem solver who moves with speed and decisiveness.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

• JD from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association (ABA).
• Admitted to practice law in one or more states in the United States.
• A minimum of 13+ years of experience with at least five years of experience in an operational environment, preferably in the government services industry or other complex, highly-regulated organization.
• Expertise in the areas of labor & employment law and regulation, including with respect to National Labor Relations Act, FMLA and ADA matters, and other laws and regulations related to employment practices in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom and Europe.

EEO Statement

Maximus is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics.

Pay Transparency

Maximus compensation is based on various factors including but not limited to job location, a candidate's education, training, experience, expected quality and quantity of work, required travel (if any), external market and internal value analysis including seniority and merit systems, as well as internal pay alignment. Annual salary is just one component of Maximus's total compensation package. Other rewards may include short- and long-term incentives as well as program-specific awards. Additionally, Maximus provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays and paid time off. Compensation ranges may differ based on contract value but will be commensurate with job duties and relevant work experience. An applicant's salary history will not be used in determining compensation. Maximus will comply with regulatory minimum wage rates and exempt salary thresholds in all instances.

Accommodations

Maximus provides reasonable accommodations to individuals requiring assistance during any phase of the employment process due to a disability, medical condition, or physical or mental impairment. If you require assistance at any stage of the employment process—including accessing job postings, completing assessments, or participating in interviews,—please contact People Operations at [e-mail] .