Senior Legal Counsel - Employment Job at Bitvavo (Amsterdam)

Senior Legal Counsel, Labor and Employment

Senior Legal Counsel providing labor and employment legal assistance including t...

Location

United States of America , Charlotte, North Carolina, Tempe, Arizona, or San Antonio, Texas

Salary:

Not provided

Circle K

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

JD required from an accredited law school
Bar admission and license to practice law in the U.S., member in good standing
Minimum of eight (8) years of experience, specifically in labor and employment law area of practice
Prior experience working in a large law firm preferred
Experience with employee health and welfare
Ability to draft documents and policies in a concise manner for non-lawyers
Must have advanced breadth and depth of practical and academic knowledge of federal, state, and municipal labor and employment laws/regulations, with proven working knowledge of issues related to the EEOC, FLSA, FMLA, NLRB, ADEA, ADA, Title VII, WARN, discrimination and equal pay claims
Substantial experience with delivering advice and counsel to business clients such as Human Resources
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Self-motivated and able to quickly troubleshoot issues and provide solutions

Job Responsibility

Provide legal advice and counseling on employment law issues and legal support to HR teams
Provide tactical and strategic legal advice and counseling to HR leadership
Review and provide guidance on HR or employment related contracts and agreements
Draft, review, and provide advice on employee agreements including severance and separation agreements
Partner with business units and HR teams to internally handle employment law claims
Retain and manage outside counsel for lawsuits and employment law claims
Identify gaps and opportunities in HR operations and processes
Provide legal guidance on business reorganizations, reductions in force, and outsourcing
Provide legal guidance on transactions, acquisitions, and divestitures
Develop and deploy training on labor and employment issues

What we offer

Complete benefits packages (medical, dental, etc.)
Possibility of enrolling in a defined contribution plan with employer contributions or a stock purchase plan
Employee discounts in stores and with multiple partners
Paid time off plan including vacation, sick days and personal days
Scholarship program available to the employee and the employee's children
Work in a collaborative, dynamic and high performing team
Learning opportunities to develop new skills

Fulltime

Senior Legal Counsel (Employment Law)

The Senior Legal Counsel (Employment Law) will be responsible for providing lega...

Location

Netherlands , Amsterdam

Salary:

Not provided

AniCura Group

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Dutch Law Degree or equivalent, with appropriate legal conversion course where applicable
Minimum 8 years PQE with strong focus on employment law
Deep knowledge of EU and local labour regulations and collective-bargaining processes
Proven track record handling complex restructurings and cross-border mobility
Strong drafting, negotiation and stakeholder-management skills
Fluency in Dutch and English

Job Responsibility

Provide legal support to MVHE and individual clinics in strategic as well as a wide variety of day-to-day legal matters e.g. commercial contracts, leases, employment, data privacy and disputes
Provide M&A acquisition and integration support
Manage Company Secretarial matters for MVHE legal entities
Organise and conduct training on various legal/compliance/risk topics
Represent the Legal Affairs team as subject matter expert in in strategic projects
Develop and implement strategies to efficiently manage legal risks
Manage use of external counsel to ensure high quality and cost-efficient support
Monitor legislative changes and industry trends to ensure internal clients are informed of relevant developments
Act as trusted business partner to all Operating Units across all business functions but with particular focus on HR
Draft, review and negotiate employment contracts, secondment agreements and termination packages across multiple countries

What we offer

An industry competitive salary and benefits package
A stimulating work environment with good opportunities for personal development
Freedom to take responsibility and the opportunity to influence
Flexible working hours, hybrid working, international, digital work environment
Learning and development opportunities
The opportunity to cuddle our beloved 4-legged friends in our offices

Fulltime

Senior Employment Counsel

Intercom’s Legal team is seeking a dedicated Senior Employment Counsel to suppor...

Location

United States , San Francisco; Chicago

Salary:

198630.00 - 237253.00 USD / Year

Intercom

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

10+ years relevant experience as an attorney with a law firm and in-house legal department
Extensive experience in employment law, including litigation management
Strong knowledge and understanding of U.S., Ireland, U.K., Australia, and Germany employment laws and regulations
Experience in developing and implementing employment policies, programs, compliance initiatives and training
An ability to multi-task which includes handling a variety of legal issues simultaneously and ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
Attention to detail, strong organizational skills, a sense of passion to support Intercom’s corporate initiatives and the versatility and confidence to take on challenges that are presented to you
High level of initiative, flexibility, and adaptability to meet a variety of challenges and priorities
Excellent interpersonal skills and a team-first approach
Positive attitude, good humor, high empathy, and composure in challenging situations
J.D. degree from an accredited law school and California or Illinois state bar licensed attorney (or ability to be registered as in-house counsel if licensed in another U.S. jurisdiction)

Job Responsibility

Provide global counseling and subject matter expertise on a broad range of labor and employment issues across multiple jurisdictions (primarily U.S., U.K., Ireland, Australia, and Germany), including employee policies, performance management, terminations, immigration, wage and hour compliance, employee relations, conflicts of interests and ethics, executive compensation and equity matters
Advise on compensation-related matters, including compensation design proposals, commission plans, compliance with pay transparency laws, wage and hour issues, and leveling and job architecture matters
Work closely with the Stock Administration, Compensation and Benefits teams to support equity, compensation and benefits programs
Manage the resolution of internal ethics and employee relations investigations, administrative claims and litigation matters
Stay current on changes to employment laws and regulations, conduct research and provide guidance on potential impacts to the organization
Draft, review and help negotiate employment offer letters and contracts, templates, separation agreements, bonus and commission plans and other legal documents related to employment
Develop, update and maintain employment policies, handbooks, guidelines, programs and processes that align with legal requirements and best practices, in collaboration with other business stakeholders
Develop and deliver training to employees, managers and HR teams on ethics, compliance, investigations and best practices
Provide advice and guidance on privacy and data protection involving employees and job applicants
Assess legal risks and advise strategic and programmatic initiatives that impact on the global workforce to enable business agility

What we offer

Competitive salary and meaningful equity
Catered lunch every weekday, plus a variety of snack foods and a fully stocked kitchen
Fully funded comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
Open vacation policy and 10 corporate holidays
Paid Parental Leave Program
401k plan
In-office bicycle storage
Fun events for Intercomrades, friends, and family

Fulltime

Senior Employment Counsel

Intercom’s Legal team is seeking a dedicated Senior Employment Counsel to suppor...

Location

United States , San Francisco, California or Chicago, Illinois

Salary:

220680.00 - 263590.00 USD / Year

Intercom

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

10+ years relevant experience as an attorney with a law firm and in-house legal department
Extensive experience in employment law, including litigation management
Strong knowledge and understanding of U.S., Ireland, U.K., Australia, and Germany employment laws and regulations
Experience in developing and implementing employment policies, programs, compliance initiatives and training
An ability to multi-task which includes handling a variety of legal issues simultaneously and ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
Attention to detail, strong organizational skills, a sense of passion to support Intercom’s corporate initiatives and the versatility and confidence to take on challenges that are presented to you
High level of initiative, flexibility, and adaptability to meet a variety of challenges and priorities
Excellent interpersonal skills and a team-first approach
Positive attitude, good humor, high empathy, and composure in challenging situations
J.D. degree from an accredited law school and California or Illinois state bar licensed attorney (or ability to be registered as in-house counsel if licensed in another U.S. jurisdiction)

Job Responsibility

Provide global counseling and subject matter expertise on a broad range of labor and employment issues across multiple jurisdictions (primarily U.S., U.K., Ireland, Australia, and Germany), including employee policies, performance management, terminations, immigration, wage and hour compliance, employee relations, conflicts of interests and ethics, executive compensation and equity matters
Advise on compensation-related matters, including compensation design proposals, commission plans, compliance with pay transparency laws, wage and hour issues, and leveling and job architecture matters
Work closely with the Stock Administration, Compensation and Benefits teams to support equity, compensation and benefits programs
Manage the resolution of internal ethics and employee relations investigations, administrative claims and litigation matters
Stay current on changes to employment laws and regulations, conduct research and provide guidance on potential impacts to the organization
Draft, review and help negotiate employment offer letters and contracts, templates, separation agreements, bonus and commission plans and other legal documents related to employment
Develop, update and maintain employment policies, handbooks, guidelines, programs and processes that align with legal requirements and best practices, in collaboration with other business stakeholders
Develop and deliver training to employees, managers and HR teams on ethics, compliance, investigations and best practices
Provide advice and guidance on privacy and data protection involving employees and job applicants
Assess legal risks and advise strategic and programmatic initiatives that impact on the global workforce to enable business agility

What we offer

Competitive salary and meaningful equity
Catered lunch every weekday, plus a variety of snack foods and a fully stocked kitchen
Fully funded comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
Open vacation policy and 10 corporate holidays
Paid Parental Leave Program
401k plan
In-office bicycle storage
Fun events for Intercomrades, friends, and family

Fulltime

Senior Corporate Counsel

Location

United States , Fairfield County

Salary:

230000.00 USD / Year

Lord Gurman & Lewis

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

12 or more years of relevant experience
Experience in-house and at a law firm
Admitted in Connecticut
Possess a strong law school academic record
Have excellent judgment and interpersonal skills

Job Responsibility

Managing and mitigating legal and regulatory risks
Sourcing and managing outside law firms
Counseling on a wide range of matters, including contracts, corporate governance, compliance, employment, marketing, and intellectual property
Negotiating and drafting a variety of commercial agreements

What we offer

Annual bonus of twenty percent based on company profitability
Health and other benefits

Parttime

Senior Supervising Attorney – Employment Unit

Community Legal Aid (CLA) seeks a Senior Supervising Attorney (SSA) to oversee t...

Location

United States , Springfield or Worcester

Salary:

90000.00 - 120000.00 USD / Year

Community Legal Aid

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Admission to Mass. Bar or entitlement to practice under a Mass. practice rule required
Must have at least five years of experience as an attorney, with significant experience in employment law
Ability to work collaboratively and strong supervision and communication skills required
The candidate should be an independent thinker and have the ability to calmly and thoughtfully support advocates who work in a high-stakes, fast-paced environment which can often be stressful

Job Responsibility

Oversee the work of and directly supervise the attorneys in CLA’s Employment Unit
Co-counseling cases
Editing pleadings and briefs
Preparing advocates for and observing them in court and in outreach activities
Engaging in regular case reviews
Participate in coordinating the training of staff
Work with CLA’s Managing Attorneys in conducting annual performance reviews
Provide support to advocates in other units as needed
Regular travel to CLA’s offices across central and western Massachusetts to support and build relationships with staff in person

What we offer

401(k) with employer-paid contribution
Low-cost health insurance (medical, dental, and vision) for employees and their dependents
Malpractice insurance
Paid leave (4 weeks vacation, 3 personal days, 12 sick days, and 13 holidays)
Student loan repayment assistance
Relocation stipend

Fulltime

Legal Counsel

As Legal Counsel, you will lead and elevate Akuna’s North American legal functio...

Location

United States , Chicago

Salary:

160000.00 USD / Year

AKUNA CAPITAL

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Juris Doctor and active licensure in good standing (Illinois or New York preferred)
Minimum of 5+ years of relevant legal experience at an exchange, regulator, law firm, and/or as in-house legal counsel
Regulatory & Compliance Expertise - knowledge of U.S. and international regulations, including SEC, FINRA, CFTC, NFA, and major exchanges
Corporate & Transactional Skills – exposure to corporate transactions, such as venture investments, M&A, or financing arrangements. Experience reviewing and negotiating trading-related agreements
familiarity with derivatives, market structure, and proprietary trading environments is beneficial
Excellent analytical, drafting, and communication skills
Experience working on cross-functional or cross-regional projects with a demonstrated ability to manage projects independently in a fast-moving environment

Job Responsibility

Lead negotiation and oversight of trading, vendor, and market-facing agreements while establishing consistent firmwide contracting standards
Oversee corporate governance documents, intercompany agreements, and shareholder matters to support global operational and tax structures
Advise senior leadership on legal risks and considerations related to new markets, trading products, technologies, and strategic initiatives
Monitor and interpret U.S. and international regulatory developments, providing clear guidance on operational and compliance impacts
Support venture investments and corporate transactions, including documentation, diligence, and coordination with internal and external stakeholders
Oversee global insurance programs and policy reviews across liability, property, EPLI, FI bond, and ERISA lines
Advise on employment-related agreements while supporting HR on global employment law developments and compliance
Respond to subpoenas, inquiries, and information requests, and oversee outside counsel in active litigation matters
Manage litigation holds and guides internal stakeholders on documentation, preservation, and risk considerations
Collaborate with the Human Resources and Recruitment teams to monitor and implement updates in labor and employment laws, provide practical guidance on workplace policies, and advise on employee relations and day-to-day employment issues

What we offer

discretionary performance bonus
employer-paid medical, dental, vision, retirement contributions, paid time off, and other benefits

Corporate Associate General Counsel

We are seeking a seasoned Corporate Associate General Counsel to join our Legal ...

Location

United States , Palo Alto

Salary:

200000.00 - 260000.00 USD / Year

1X Technologies

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

JD (or equivalent) and an active license to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction
10+ years of legal experience, including time at a reputable law firm and in-house legal team
Strong expertise in U.S. employment law, compensation, and equity incentive programs
Familiarity with executive compensation, tax, and securities law considerations
Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills
Business-oriented mindset with the ability to deliver practical legal advice
Experience in fast-paced, high-growth environments
Ability to collaborate effectively with HR, Finance, and senior leadership

Job Responsibility

Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws
Provide day-to-day legal support to HR on employee relations, performance management, terminations, investigations, and workplace policies
Draft, review, and update employment-related documents
Advise on the design, administration, and compliance of compensation programs
Partner with Finance, HR, and external counsel on executive compensation matters
Oversee compliance with tax and securities laws related to compensation
Support the governance and administration of stock option and RSU programs
Advise on global expansion of equity programs and cross-border compliance issues
Develop and maintain global employment policies, handbooks, and training materials
Monitor legal developments in employment and compensation and advise on their business impact

What we offer

Equity
Health, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with company match
Paid time off and holidays

Fulltime

Senior Legal Counsel - Employment

Bitvavo

Location:
Netherlands , Amsterdam

Category:
Legal

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

Job Description:

Job Responsibility:

Requirements:

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
February 21, 2026

Looking for more opportunities? Search for other job offers that match your skills and interests.

Similar Jobs for Senior Legal Counsel - Employment