Director, Legal (Employment) - Remote

Overview

ActiveCampaign is looking to add a Director, Legal (Employment) to our Legal team. This is a pivotal role where the successful candidate will serve as the company’s dedicated employment law subject matter expert. Reporting directly to the General Counsel, you will play a crucial role in shaping and supporting our global workforce initiatives, ensuring compliance, and fostering a positive and productive environment.

In Short

• Assisting the ActiveCampaign Legal and People departments with a variety of legal issues related to the company's global workforce.
• Partnering closely with various members of the People team, particularly the HR Business Partner team, on workplace investigations and other employee relations matters.
• Drafting, negotiating, and reviewing various contracts and policies, such as employment agreements and offer letters.
• Assist with interpretation, application, and staff training related to company policies.
• Coordinate with external labor and employment counsel on a variety of legal issues.

Requirements

• Licensed to practice law in Illinois and/or California.
• 4-year undergraduate degree.
• Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school.
• 7+ years of experience as an attorney with a strong focus on labor and employment law.
• Experience managing and/or advising clients with global workforces.
• Experience with various international legal regimes is preferred.
• Experience with dispute resolution, employment classification/FLSA, and immigration laws.
• Must have excellent research, organizational, and project management skills.

Benefits

• Opportunity to shape global workforce initiatives.
• Work in a collaborative environment with HR and Legal teams.
• Engagement with diverse legal issues across multiple jurisdictions.