Employment and Compliance Counsel
Human Interest
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Remote
Location: United States
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Salary
💰 $190,000 - $220,000 per year
About the role
- Serve as the primary legal advisor to the People Team on the full range of employment matters, including hiring, performance management, terminations, reductions in force, and sensitive employee situations.
- Provide proactive counsel on employment law compliance — with particular depth advising on non-exempt employee populations — staying ahead of developments in federal, state, and local law and positioning the company to avoid issues before they arise.
- Support and advise on internal employment investigations.
- Draft, review, and negotiate employment-related documents including offer letters, employment agreements, separation and severance agreements, PIIAs, and equity-related communications.
- Translate new legal and regulatory requirements into clear, practical guidance for the People Team and business stakeholders.
- Partner with the People Team to develop and maintain employment policies, handbooks, and compliance procedures.
- Support regulatory investigations and examinations by government agencies, in coordination with outside counsel where appropriate.
- Advise on privacy and information security matters under applicable federal and state law.
- Support active litigation and disputes, including coordination with outside counsel, document collection, and internal communications.
- Provide legal support to the Customer Success and Operations teams on client-facing matters, escalated issues, and contractual questions.
- Review and advise on marketing and advertising materials for legal and regulatory compliance.
- Draft and negotiate commercial agreements and provide general contract support as needed across the business.
Requirements
- JD from an accredited law school; active bar admission in at least one U.S. jurisdiction required.
- 8–10+ years of legal experience, with meaningful, dedicated employment law experience — including demonstrated counseling depth on non-exempt employee populations.
- At least one prior in-house legal role is required; startup or high-growth technology company experience is a strong plus.
- Law firm background is preferred, with demonstrated ability to translate analytical rigor into practical, business-ready guidance.
- Comfort advising and building relationships with non-legal stakeholders, including the People team, senior executives, and business leaders across functions.
- Ability to work autonomously, manage competing priorities, and make sound judgment calls in an ambiguous, fast-paced environment.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
Benefits
- A great 401(k) plan: Our own! Our 401(k) includes a dollar-for-dollar employer match up to 4% of compensation (immediately vested) and $0 plan fees
- Top-of-the-line health plans, as well as dental and vision insurance
- Competitive time off and parental leave
- Addition Wealth: Unlimited access to digital tools, financial professionals, and a knowledge center to help you understand your equity and support your financial wellness
- Lyra: Enhanced Mental Health Support for Employees and dependents
- Carrot: Fertility healthcare and family forming benefits
- Candidly: Student loan resource to help you and your family plan, borrow, and repay student debt
- Monthly work-from-home stipend; quarterly lifestyle stipend
- Engaging team-building experiences, ranging from virtual social events to team offsites, promoting collaboration and camaraderie.
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard Skills & Tools
employment lawcontract negotiationlegal complianceemployment agreementsinternal investigationslitigation supportprivacy lawregulatory compliancedocument draftingemployment policies
Soft Skills
relationship buildingautonomyjudgmentcommunicationcounselinganalytical thinkingprioritizationcollaborationproblem-solvingadaptability
Certifications
JDactive bar admission