Legal Counsel - Employment Law

Title: Legal Counsel - Employment Law at Legora Category: Jobs Organiser: Legora Description: Legora, an AI-native legal technology company, is seeking a Legal Counsel specializing in Employment Law to support its rapid global expansion. The role involves acting as a strategic legal partner to the People, Operations, and Leadership teams, providing commercially pragmatic advice on a broad range of global employment matters. The successful candidate will be responsible for drafting and implementing employment agreements, policies, and frameworks across multiple jurisdictions while ensuring compliance with local regulatory obligations. The position requires a high degree of independence and the ability to operate across multiple time zones, reporting directly to the Head of Legal based in Stockholm. Key highlights of the role include advising on complex employee relations—such as hiring, terminations, and restructurings—and supporting international expansion by assessing employment law implications in new markets. This is an opportunity to join a forward-deployed, AI-first legal function that is redefining how legal work is conducted globally. Eligibility: * Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree. * Active membership in at least one U.S. state bar. * 7+ years of experience at a top-tier law firm and as in-house counsel. * Primary focus on, or strong exposure to, employment and labor law. * Strong understanding of U.S. employment law (required); experience with international frameworks is highly valued. * Experience supporting high-growth or international organizations. Deadline: Not specified Location: New York, NY Fees: None Application Link: https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/legal-counsel-employment-law-at-legora-4155106596/ Contact Information: Not specified