Managing Counsel, Employment Legal - Remote

Overview

This is an exciting time to join Remote and make a personal difference in the global HR-tech space as Managing Counsel, Employment (Individual Contributor), joining our Legal Team. We are looking for a talented and eager employment lawyer, who is interested in helping with our team’s mission, namely: to deliver pragmatic and innovative legal solutions for Remote’s products and stakeholders, while protecting Remote from unacceptable risk.

In Short

• Join a global HR-tech company as Managing Counsel for Employment Legal.
• Work remotely while managing complex employment law issues.
• Support internal and external employee lifecycle management.
• Ensure compliance with employment laws across jurisdictions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on legal matters.
• Contribute to the legal team's knowledge base and expertise.
• Fluent in English and French required.
• Prior experience in HR Tech or similar is a plus.
• Excellent analytical and organizational skills needed.
• Flexible working hours with a focus on life-work balance.

Requirements

• Qualified French lawyer (mandatory).
• Experience in advisory and contentious employment law.
• Passionate about tech products, especially HR tech.
• In-house experience in HR Tech, IT or SAAS company is a strong plus.
• Ability to manage multiple projects effectively.
• Familiarity with tools like Slack and Notion.
• Willingness to learn about different legal systems.
• Fluent in English and French.

Benefits

• Work from anywhere.
• Flexible paid time off.
• Flexible working hours.
• 16 weeks paid parental leave.
• Mental health support services.
• Stock options.
• Learning budget.
• Home office budget & IT equipment.
• Budget for local in-person social events.