Senior Employment Counsel

Posted 6 Hours Ago
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4 Locations
Remote or Hybrid
Senior level
Big Data • Cloud • HR Tech • Payments • Software
The largest Direct Employer of Record (EOR)
The Role
The Senior Employment Counsel will provide legal advice on employment matters, draft agreements, monitor compliance across jurisdictions, and manage litigation. This role requires strong knowledge of employment law and client management.
Summary Generated by Built In

We believe in a world where growth thrives across borders and cultures. Our mission is to guide companies on their journey by providing services and technology that enables global talent management and delivers a human experience.


As an Employer-of-Record (EOR) provider, we offer the HR and compliance infrastructure essential for companies to expand internationally. We take care of the complex, behind-the-scenes work, allowing companies to focus on the strategies that drive their success. We are For People, By People. 


The future of work is borderless, and so are we. Our people are located around the globe — in the U.S., the UK, India, Colombia, China, and beyond. Diversity and belonging are not just values, they are who we are. 


We are also committed to making a positive impact. Through our Environment, Social, and Governance (ESG) impact initiative, we are addressing our environmental footprint and promoting social responsibility. Our impact program is central to our vision and culture, focusing on employee wellness, diversity, charitable work, and ethical corporate governance.


If you are interested in working in a people-centric, global organization, apply below.


Key Responsibilities

  • Provide practical sound legal advice and counsel to internal teams, and management on all legal issues concerning the employment relationship, including, but not limited to, employment agreement review, leaves and benefits, workplace policies, protected status rights, terminations and restructuring in the context of our Employer Of Record (EOR) services
  • Draft and negotiate employment agreements and mutual separation/exit agreements, and employment-related documentation.
  • Monitor and interpret employment law developments across APAC and other international jurisdictions, and proactively update internal stakeholders to ensure ongoing compliance.
  • Support client onboarding and offboarding processes by summarizing country-specific employment risks, regulatory requirements, and best practices. This role will be partially client-facing.
  • Strategically and cost-effectively manage and partner with outside counsel in employment litigation matters.
  • Advising and counselling on day-to-day issues as well as strategic and systemic projects.
  • Support internal training initiatives by providing legal guidance on labor law topics relevant to client-facing teams and regional HR partners.

About You

  • You are licensed to practice law in an APAC jurisdiction and are in good standing in all jurisdictions where admitted.
  • You have 4+ years of relevant experience practicing employment law within the APAC region where you are licensed. Experience in both law firm practice and in-house work will be preferred.
  • You have strong research skills and a strong command of employment laws, regulations, and best practices across multiple APAC jurisdictions, and stay current on legislative changes.
  • You have substantive experience drafting and negotiating employment agreements and other employment related documentation both domestically and internationally and can work autonomously.
  • You are comfortable working independently across jurisdictions and have an established track-record of constructively partnering across legal, HR, sales and compliance functions and geographies.
  • Experience in Employer of Record (EOR) will be a plus.

What We Value

  • You have excellent written and verbal communications, strong client relationships management and solid business acumen.
  • You have strong fluency in English; proficiency in additional languages is a plus.
  • You possess a strong work ethic; are creative, responsive, proactive, enthusiastic, flexible, self-directed, a self-starter and a team player.
  • You are agile, practical, commercially-minded and have a solution-oriented/ problem-solving approach.
  • You exercise sound judgment in an ever changing and dynamic industry
  • You can quickly identify risks and clearly communicate forward-looking, actionable advice in plain terms that enables stakeholders to make fully informed decisions.
  • You are well-adjusted to a remote working setting and flexible working hours, and able to maintain high efficiency at work.

This position description may not describe all duties, responsibilities, and skills associated with this position. It is intended to portray the major aspects of the job. Other duties or skills may be required.


What We Offer 

  • The opportunity to work with a purpose — simplifying global expansion across borders and cultures
  • A diverse and inclusive environment
  • Country-specific benefits
  • Flexible PTO
  • Your birthday off and a day for you to volunteer and give back to the organization of your choice
  • Generous Parental Leave Program
  • Growth and development opportunities with access to a top learning content provider
  • The opportunity to challenge yourself in a high-performing organization and leave each day knowing you have made an impact.

Atlas Technology Solutions, Inc. (Atlas HXM) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind: Atlas HXM is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Atlas HXM are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Atlas HXM will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. Atlas HXM encourages applicants of all ages.


Atlas HXM will provide accommodation on request throughout the recruitment, selection and assessment process for applicants with disabilities.

Hiring decisions are based upon Atlas HXM’s operating needs, and applicant merit including, but not limited to, qualifications, experience, ability, availability, and location.


This role will be subject to a background check under local law after an employment offer has been made. Employment may be subject to results. In addition, references may be requested at the final stage of the process.

Atlas HXM will only email candidates from an “@atlashxm.com” email address. Candidates should ignore communications purporting to be from Atlas HXM that originate from any other email address. Atlas HXM will never ask candidates or employees to purchase gift cards or otherwise make payments in connection with applying for a job with Atlas HXM.

Skills Required

  • Licensed to practice law in an APAC jurisdiction
  • 4+ years of relevant experience practicing employment law
  • Substantial experience drafting and negotiating employment agreements
  • Strong research skills in employment laws
  • Experience in Employer of Record (EOR)
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The Company
Chicago, IL
375 Employees
Year Founded: 2015

What We Do

Atlas enables innovative companies to compete in a global economy, believing that businesses should employ whomever they want, wherever the talent exists. As the largest Direct Employer of Record (EOR), Atlas is an expertise-enabled technology platform that delivers flexibility for companies to expand across borders, onboard talent, manage compliance, and pay their global workforce without the need for a local entity or multiple third-party providers. With entities in over 160 countries, Atlas brings localized experience & expertise into an enterprise-grade technology platform that supports thousands of companies and remote teams. Unlike solutions that use third-party providers, the Atlas platform is uniquely designed to deliver end-to-end EOR solutions and improved user experiences, and provide self-service capabilities and real-time insights that lead to improved business outcomes.

Why Work With Us

Every day, we strive to ensure that our people feel inspired, valued, challenged, heard, and most importantly, a sense of belonging. We unlock everyone´s potential by creating an environment with opportunities for them to learn, adapt and be their very best! After all, when you love where you work, who you work with and how you feel,

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