Principal, Employment Counsel

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Principal, Employment Counsel based in United States. As a Principal, Employment Counsel, you’ll serve as a trusted legal advisor to People teams and business leaders on complex employment and employee relations matters. You’ll provide practical, solutions-focused guidance across the full employee lifecycle, balancing legal risk, business priorities, employee experience, and operational realities. The role spans U.S. and international employment matters, including investigations, disputes, litigation, compliance, contracts, and workforce transitions. You’ll work closely with cross-functional stakeholders and local counsel to navigate evolving employment laws across multiple jurisdictions. You’ll also help develop scalable policies, processes, templates, and compliance frameworks that strengthen the organization’s legal and risk infrastructure. This is a highly collaborative role requiring strong judgment, emotional intelligence, independence, and the ability to communicate complex legal issues clearly. The position offers meaningful exposure to enterprise compliance, risk management, and strategic business initiatives in a fast-paced global environment.